What does an adjustable panhard bar do?

A Panhard bar stabilizes the rear axle of a vehicle, allowing the rear wheels to move up and down, but not laterally (left to right). By restricting left-to-right movement, the wheels are better aligned with the driveshaft and center of the vehicle.

Do you need an adjustable Panhard rod for a 2 inch lift?

Ideally, a longer panhard rod is needed when performing any lift over 2in to correct axle shift after raising suspension. An adjustable or extended fixed length panhard can be used as required to re-centralise the axle to vehicle.

What do Panhard rods control?

Overview. The purpose of automobile suspension is to let the wheels move vertically with respect to the body. It is thus undesirable to allow them to move forward and backwards (longitudinally), or side to side (laterally). The Panhard rod prevents lateral movement.

Is a panhard bar needed?

A panhard rod should be considered mandatory on all four-bar systems, and recommended on all cross-steer systems. The bar is normally mounted to the frame on the driver’s side and to the axle/batwing on the passenger side.

Why do you need an adjustable Panhard rod?

An adjustable Panhard rod corrects axle shift and is easy to install. WHEN fitting a suspension lift to a live axle, coil spring set-up you can alter the axle geometry so the new ride height of the axle is offset to one side.

Is a panhard bar the same as a sway bar?

Both sway bars and panhard bars are used for suspension control, but the purpose of each is often confusing. They are used for entirely different purposes. Panhard bars are one device that can be used to locate a solid rear axle under a vehicle.

How does a Watts link work?

A watts link attaches to the rear axle with a pivot point, then its arms bolt to the body of the car. As the body of the car moves up and down, the pivot point will move up and down, traveling in a line. Since the pivot point is traveling in a line, it keeps the axle located directly under the car.

How do you adjust a hard rod pan?

Note: The Panhard Rod should be adjusted as follows: Measure & adjust the rod length to place rear wheels with equal spacing (gap) from the outside edge of the tyre to the wheel arch. Make sure the wheels & tyres are the same size. Make sure wheel arches are not bent or distorted.