Panhard drop bracket?
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wfo9
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No, but also not necessary for typical 3" lift. There are adjustable track bars if you are anal and want to re-center the axle after a lift. Otherwise... no real issues.
There are some 6" drop bracket lift kits out there.. I'm sure they come with something...
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jbstrd
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It's really not necessary with your lift unless you want to waste $300.
mwray8909
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What makes you say 300? I am also curious as to why they made it less of a priority on the 4th and 4th gens to realign the pan hard...
jbstrd
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Guess I was thinking of the Icon replacement bar: https://wheelersoffroad.com/product...s-51716/icon-54200-adjustable-rear-track-bar/
Not sure why it seems less of a priority. I don't think it is a big priority on the 3rd gen either but people seem to make a bigger deal of it. I previously owned a lifted 3rd Gen and I didn't run one. Did just fine.
AZrunner11
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2014+ 4Runner
Just for info- I was told by Icon that the adjustable pan hard bar was required component on 2014 plus 4Runners and optional for 2010-2013 models. Since I have evidence on the OEM panhard bar of contact with the KDSS component I have gotten this for my 2012 TE.
Just for info- I was told by Icon that the adjustable pan hard bar was required component on 2014 plus 4Runners and optional for 2010-2013 models. Since I have evidence on the OEM panhard bar of contact with the KDSS component I have gotten this for my 2012 TE.
wfo9
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Never really studied the 3rd gen rear geometry, but it is a much narrower axle.
Common sense would tell you the longer bar would have less arc with a typical lift...
MyanRagahis
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Gonna resurect an old thread here. So I got an alignment finally today. The guy was knowledgeable and great about letting me watch the process and keeping me informed.
In the end, I still have a right sided pull. I've had two previous alignment shops align my vehicle with the same results.
He mentioned that due to my rear lift (2" ToyTec Superflex springs), my rear axle is about 3/4" to the right. And he was right, pretty noticeable. He mentioned about getting an adjustable track bar.
My front lift is Bilstein 6112s with 700lb King Springs holding up a Shrockworks bumper, and 1/2" top plate spacer on the driver side for lean. And JBA high caster upper control arms.
Now my cousin mentioned getting a drop bracket instead (if there is one). "Really though the way you fix that is not to get an adjustable track bar. The fix would be to get a track bar drop mount. The track bar should be parallel to the ground when the truck is sitting level. That way as the suspension travels it follows an even Arc up and down."
But at any rate, the alignment numbers look pretty good I think. He explained the caster numbers to kind of combat the right sided pull or handling. Recommended 34psi in all 4 tires to begin with. I still have a right sided pull. Handles fairly great though other than that. Do any of y'all think the track bar would be my fix?
In the end, I still have a right sided pull. I've had two previous alignment shops align my vehicle with the same results.
He mentioned that due to my rear lift (2" ToyTec Superflex springs), my rear axle is about 3/4" to the right. And he was right, pretty noticeable. He mentioned about getting an adjustable track bar.
My front lift is Bilstein 6112s with 700lb King Springs holding up a Shrockworks bumper, and 1/2" top plate spacer on the driver side for lean. And JBA high caster upper control arms.
Now my cousin mentioned getting a drop bracket instead (if there is one). "Really though the way you fix that is not to get an adjustable track bar. The fix would be to get a track bar drop mount. The track bar should be parallel to the ground when the truck is sitting level. That way as the suspension travels it follows an even Arc up and down."
But at any rate, the alignment numbers look pretty good I think. He explained the caster numbers to kind of combat the right sided pull or handling. Recommended 34psi in all 4 tires to begin with. I still have a right sided pull. Handles fairly great though other than that. Do any of y'all think the track bar would be my fix?
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Akkording
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Gonna resurect an old thread here. So I got an alignment finally today. The guy was knowledgeable and great about letting me watch the process and keeping me informed.
In the end, I still have a right sided pull. I've had two previous alignment shops align my vehicle with the same results.
He mentioned that due to my rear lift (2" ToyTec Superflex springs), my rear axle is about 3/4" to the right. And he was right, pretty noticeable. He mentioned about getting an adjustable track bar.
My front lift is Bilstein 6112s with 700lb King Springs holding up a Shrockworks bumper, and 1/2" top plate spacer on the driver side for lean. And JBA high caster upper control arms.
Now my cousin mentioned getting a drop bracket instead (if there is one). "Really though the way you fix that is not to get an adjustable track bar. The fix would be to get a track bar drop mount. The track bar should be parallel to the ground when the truck is sitting level. That way as the suspension travels it follows an even Arc up and down."
But at any rate, the alignment numbers look pretty good I think. He explained the caster numbers to kind of combat the right sided pull or handling. Recommended 34psi in all 4 tires to begin with. I still have a right sided pull. Handles fairly great though other than that. Do any of y'all think the track bar would be my fix?
These links might help you understand what you need to help correct what you are experiencing.
PCK (Panhard Correction Kit) Install (3RD GEN 4Runner) - YouTube
PCK (Panhard Correction Kits) – eimkeith.com
EIMKeith Panhard Bar Correction Kit Overview For the 5th Gen 4Runner
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/for-sale-suspension-wheels-tires/230779-fs-eimkeith-pck-panhard-correction-kits-3rd-gen-$93-50-4th-5th-gen-$98-20-a.html
I ordered a set and now just have to take it to my welder when time allows.