Tie rod question

[Ratistiss]

At the end of day at the track I was advised to lower the angle of the steering wheel for my son. So I lowered it how I was told and now my tie-rods don't look perpendicular. See pic attached. I was thinking maybe I could switch the tie rod from the top of the arm here to the bottom but I wanted to make sure that was the best course of action. Any suggestions?

 

[flattop1]

As long as they do not hit the chassis .
It should be fine .

 

[MO Predator Racer]

Could he move the tie rods on where they mount on the steering shaft? Like flip them? Or would that not work?

 

[Menace61]

I always try to get mine as straight as possible. i can usually get it done by moving the washers around, but if i have to i will move from top to bottom or bottom to top.

 

[Ratistiss]

Thanks guys, this is all a learning experience to me appreciate all the help.

 

[Fast 34]

Its not going to be perfect, but you'll want the tie rods to be as straight as possible while static and while slightly turning. Otherwise ackermann wont be accurate.

 

[Colt sr]

IMHO it looks like your tie rods are too long. You should be able to make up the difference by adjusting them.

 

[Menace61]

IMHO it looks like your tie rods are too long. You should be able to make up the difference by adjusting them.

Upon closer inspection i agree. They are bottomed out on both ends. probably could go with 1 inch shorter.

 

[CarlsonMotorsports]

^ or the toe is not set correctly since he lowered the steering.
I try to keep the tie rods as level as possible while the tires are pointed straight ahead (ie toe lock in place on scales.)
Re-align everything and see where you're at.

If you don't have equipment to properly scale and align your kart - check with a local shop or possibly a racing buddy who can help you.
There's a ton of speed in proper kart set-up.



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[dunlop01]

Anytime you raise or lower steering shaft you have to re square the kart

 

["J'-remy]

move the tie rod to mount on the bottom of the spindle arm not above it that looks like it will flatten the rods out. also get a smaller cotter pin that thing looks like it may interfere with the tire.