Steering Correction - Gu Patrol

Submitted: Tuesday, Jul 05, 2005 at 00:10
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Hi Forumites,

I have had 2" lift on my Patrol for last 12 months. Associated with this change has been a shift in steering wheel position (~ 15' off centre) which is annoying but I've lived with it so far. Finally annoyed me enough to want to do something to fix it. Apart from the wheel being offset, it drives OK. Was pulling to one side but then I worked out the RTC damper needed to be adjusted post lift.

I'm assuming that the lift has altered steering geometry that, via non-adjustable steering rod elements, flows through to the wheel. I was thinking of simply moving the steering wheel but this seems to be an arse-about way of solving the problem.

An adjustable relay rod would seem a simple fix but I have searched the net and cannot find a supplier for these (though have read reports of the same - Wizard brand?). Then there are adjustable panhard rods which are in ready supply. My understanding is that the panhard rod adjusts the axle into correct lateral position, which is offset due suspension lift. Given that Nissan relay rod is fixed, I am assuming that the steering shift is likely due to some fundamental geometry change(such as axle offset). So my question to those in the know is which is the best solution. If fitting either, is it simply a matter of adjusting until the steering wheel is in the correct position or should I be getting geometry measured (not that I did when it was lifted).

I guess I have only ever associated adjustable panhard rods as being required for 4" + lifts. I am interested to know the experience of other GU owners with only moderate lift. The above may seem overkill for a 2" lift but to me I'd like to get the steering right. Any recommendations on suppliers appreciated also.

Thanks in advance,
Hugh

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