Keep in mind the camber is Designed into our Kawi's, to keep center of tire on the ground for traction. Full droop, and full extend, prevents tire scrub. Best way to help these toys our, cut and modified lower control arm with screw style adjusters!!
@@t-4adventure654 Mine did to until i bought ATLAS control arms. They ride as they should now, camber in at full 'Tuck" and camber out at full droop!! Also sporting 30's on a 22 T4S the 1.5 forward on the front is a game changer for approach!! vertical.
@@captnhook236did you do a clutch kit when you put the 30” tires on? Obviously higher, But how did this effect the “Ride”? Thank you in advance for your response & advice.
@@scotthooper4170 No Sir. Not at first, Ran 3k until the clutch sheave Broke. Bad metal from Kawi, they fixed it and put a kit in while it was there. The throttle response is better, I notice it more when rolling and then WOT in corners, to whip the butt around. One can indeed run with 30's on these bone stock. The ride at 10 psi made a world of difference on rock gardens, and sand.
A little help with that tool, bend it to about 90° about an 1½" - 2" back from spanner and then you can use a smaller open end or an adjustable wrench to set on the long bend and turn. Your welcome!
There is a much easier way to adjust the preload on the springs. Jack up the vehicle to take the tension off the springs. Take out the top bolts holding the shocks and turn the shock by inserting a screwdriver into the bolt hole at the top of the shock. A little oil on the threads also helps.
Great advice! I’ll give that a try. I’ve got to borrow a Jack now. Moved and gave the 3 away that I had for the move. And did not foresee my wife giving in so easily on getting a new Side by Side. 🤦♂️
Great suggestion! I just did this and it took 10 mins per side. My springs are probably a tad worn because i have portals, but i went 6 clicks and it is still within spec (kawi manual basically states about 9.75”-10.50” for coil length. I’m certain your still in spec if you only went 4. Take care
The stance looks great now. Did you happen to notice a change in scrub radius (less steering wheel feedback). I’m looking to improve mine, after adding spacers it has way too much steering feedback. Thanks.
Did mine today 20 clicks used flathead and hamer wasn't much thread left though also sprayed some wd on it and it helped , haven't rid it yet how does yours drive now
@@t-4adventure654 lol. Acceptable parameters? Ride height isn't a parameter, it's a measurement. The shock is engineered to preform from the specified ride height. So you moved the shock out of its engineered performance range. Asking the dealer had clearly demonstrated that they didn't know what they were talking about.
@@aw9680So there are a lot of things engineers take into consideration when designing these systems for a “Car” for mass production. I don’t think you need me to go over the list for you. I’m sure you are competent at understanding & recognizing that statement as true. So the first thing is what tire & wheel size it was designed for (as well as specifically it’s intended use). Putting 30” tires on it is a significant increase in size from stock. That alone will effect the suspension. Although it should have the same camber the height & camber. The travel of the shock would change by any rate by where the wheel & tire can no longer freely travel due to physical restrictions of the frame or body. But also remember that the additional weight of the new tire & wheel combination will also effect the speed of the shock and slow it down and wear it out faster. Probably only under extreme conditions or ride conditions but it will have an effect to some degree.
It's always good when you find a campground you can ride from. We'll be looking forward to your videos!
Yes it is, one vid is out but more coming
Looks great now !! Nice demonstration on how to do that !! Look forward to the trip !!
Thank you, me too
Keep in mind the camber is Designed into our Kawi's, to keep center of tire on the ground for traction. Full droop, and full extend, prevents tire scrub. Best way to help these toys our, cut and modified lower control arm with screw style adjusters!!
Very true, with the 30” tires it seem to be riding on the inner tread versus center
@@t-4adventure654 Mine did to until i bought ATLAS control arms. They ride as they should now, camber in at full 'Tuck"
and camber out at full droop!! Also sporting 30's on a 22 T4S the 1.5 forward on the front is a game changer for approach!! vertical.
Nice
@@captnhook236did you do a clutch kit when you put the 30” tires on? Obviously higher, But how did this effect the “Ride”? Thank you in advance for your response & advice.
@@scotthooper4170 No Sir. Not at first, Ran 3k until the clutch sheave Broke. Bad metal from Kawi, they fixed it and put a kit in while it was there. The throttle response is better, I notice it more when rolling and then WOT in corners, to whip the butt around. One can indeed run with 30's on these bone stock. The ride at 10 psi made a world of difference on rock gardens, and sand.
A little help with that tool, bend it to about 90° about an 1½" - 2" back from spanner and then you can use a smaller open end or an adjustable wrench to set on the long bend and turn.
Your welcome!
Thanks
Looking forward to seeing how it works out for you and if you notice any change in the handling.
Took it to Ruidoso and noticed a little stiffness, more than usual but to be expected.
There is a much easier way to adjust the preload on the springs. Jack up the vehicle to take the tension off the springs. Take out the top bolts holding the shocks and turn the shock by inserting a screwdriver into the bolt hole at the top of the shock. A little oil on the threads also helps.
Awesome thanks for sharing
Great advice! I’ll give that a try. I’ve got to borrow a Jack now. Moved and gave the 3 away that I had for the move. And did not foresee my wife giving in so easily on getting a new Side by Side. 🤦♂️
Great suggestion! I just did this and it took 10 mins per side. My springs are probably a tad worn because i have portals, but i went 6 clicks and it is still within spec (kawi manual basically states about 9.75”-10.50” for coil length. I’m certain your still in spec if you only went 4. Take care
The stance looks great now. Did you happen to notice a change in scrub radius (less steering wheel feedback). I’m looking to improve mine, after adding spacers it has way too much steering feedback. Thanks.
Yes, easier to steer and once I put 2”spacers on even better. Just feels right now
Nicely done
Thanks
Tell me you ride flat trails without telling me you ride flat trails 🤣
Uh, i ride all trails
gotta save dem tars.
Fo sho
Did mine today 20 clicks used flathead and hamer wasn't much thread left though also sprayed some wd on it and it helped , haven't rid it yet how does yours drive now
Bet that took some time. Feels a bit stiffer but not terribly noticeable.
So that 20 clicks takes it almost to its limit in terms of threads left?
@scotthooper4170 i think there is plenty left, does ride a little rougher
@@t-4adventure654 Thank you. I’m debating on trying it. Gonna have to get a Jack. I’m sure my wife will be thrilled! 😂
@scotthooper4170 haha, oh im sure she will🙃
Wow. That machine is engineered that way. You aren't fixing anything. You're ruining the way the suspension works. Do some research.
I did, the dealership told me it was acceptable perimeters. Try not to be too upset that I researched.
@@t-4adventure654 lol. Acceptable parameters? Ride height isn't a parameter, it's a measurement. The shock is engineered to preform from the specified ride height. So you moved the shock out of its engineered performance range. Asking the dealer had clearly demonstrated that they didn't know what they were talking about.
Gotcha
@@aw9680So there are a lot of things engineers take into consideration when designing these systems for a “Car” for mass production. I don’t think you need me to go over the list for you. I’m sure you are competent at understanding & recognizing that statement as true. So the first thing is what tire & wheel size it was designed for (as well as specifically it’s intended use). Putting 30” tires on it is a significant increase in size from stock. That alone will effect the suspension. Although it should have the same camber the height & camber. The travel of the shock would change by any rate by where the wheel & tire can no longer freely travel due to physical restrictions of the frame or body. But also remember that the additional weight of the new tire & wheel combination will also effect the speed of the shock and slow it down and wear it out faster. Probably only under extreme conditions or ride conditions but it will have an effect to some degree.