Originally Posted By minikeefy
Originally Posted By smudger1
I have used a much simpler approach to control the sideways effect on the rear cart springs which is as effective as a panhard, yet costs next to nothing.

I simply fitted a piece of oak between the spring clamp & the chassis ( On the offside & nearside) using existing Shock absorber bracing hoop fixings, then greased the wood where the spring clamp rubs up & down as the axle moves up & down,this prevents any side movement Ive had this in place since august 2011 ( approx 10k miles) & there is no wear of the wood, there is no noise , no adverse effects & no cost.

I have posed some pics on flickr you should be able to view them at [img]http://www.flickr.com/photos/55174869@N05/[/img] sorry i don't know how to post pictures


That is neat. I wonder if it isn't marked (looking at the photo)is it actually doing any work? But I can certainly see the theory and wonder if some form of plastic/nylon would be a suitable alternative.


Interesting point......exactly how hard do you have to "push it" before you get this sideways movement that the Panhard Rod prevents or limits?

I am in the process of installing a telescopic conversion kit to my 4 seater and noticed as I removed the Armstrong lever arms that the spring shackle bolts had scored the mounting plates.

Neil.

1975 4/4 4 seater, cream over blue; Q3 Quattro; Bicycle; Walking poles.