Panhard Rod - Is it bent or normal? + RTC (2 Viewers)

[Reedys]

Hey guys,

I was told while getting a RWC (Roadworthy Check) done that my panhard rod is bent, however I honestly thought it looked quite normal.

However, I did experience some form of death wobbles if I hit rough roads / aggressive potholes which stops if I slow down. (Which the panhard rod could explain).

Would love some advice / happy to move to an adjustable as have recently added a 3” lift so it probably needs one. Do we think RTC Dampeners are worthwhile as I could easily add one at the same time.

Please let me know your thoughts & recommendations.

Kind regards,
Reedys

 

[aztoyman]

OP is trying real hard to wrap his head around this so didn't want any confusion added.

 

[Reedys]

OP is trying real hard to wrap his head around this so didn't want any confusion added.

Hahaha yes, was quite confused but more-so because I was looking in the wrong spot. These recent replies have helped me and you're correct in saying I had those two rods back to front. Thank you.

I think I have it all figured out now, although I doubt anyone will have as much troubles as me at trying to wrap their head around it, but I put together this picture for myself so thought I may as well share it here too.

Now to put together a buy list and hopefully source most of the parts I need. So far so good with the Steering Relay ASSY + Front Lateral Control ASSY. Looks like I'm able to purchase the OEM steering damper so may as well pick one of those up while I'm at it.

Thanks everyone for all of your help. Excited to get this rig back into top shape.
- R

 

[JuanJ]

Makes sense, this is great, thank you very much.

Hello,

I forgot about the Panhard rod, referred to as "stabilizer bar" in the manual.

This is the suspension layout and removal.

This is the removal and installation of the front bars.

To be continued.





Juan

 

[JuanJ]

Hello,

Suspension arms.

To be continued.





Juan

 

[JuanJ]

Hello,

Panhard rod.

Hope this helps.

 

[Reedys]

Hello,

Panhard rod.

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Hope this helps.

Hey Juan, this is great!

Thank you very much! I'm trying to put together an order to replace majority of the parts.

-R