I have recently noticed that my rear end has shifted over about 1/4 to 1/2 an inch. I don't know if it has always been like this or it is due to my wheel and tire combo. I have 295/45-18 nittos which have an 1.5 difference in height compaired to the stock wheels and tires. I'm wondering if this has caused my car's rearend to shift due to the non adjustable panhard bar. I have inspected the car and cannot find anything damaged or bent. Someone with some ensight on this enlighten me please?
Thanks
Chad

 

No springs...

I wouldn't think so. I haven't heard of this, so I'm not too sure. If the overall diameter of the wheel is changing it shouldn't change the ride height of the rear axle. Right?

 

yes, it is possible without swapping out the springs.

You just notice it more now that you have wider tires. First thing you need to try is just swapping the rims from left to right. If the shift is still in the same direction, that rules out having a different offset on the rims. In that case it is just the rear is already shifted over from the factory. You should bring this in and have the dealer look at it. There isn't much that can be done in the way of adjusting it unless you get an adjustable panhard rod.

 

Good idea. It may be more noticed since your tires are wider. do some own investigating.....put back on your original tires and rims, go to the dealer and tell them to fix it.

 

some of us are offset from the factory, others are lined up. some of us go off center when lowered, some go back to center.... I think its karma...... haha

 

how can you tell? what do you look for?

 

If you lower a S197 Mustang, it would not surprise me that the rear shifts to one side, this is very common with panhard bar design, rear suspensions. An adjustable panhard bar like either the Steeda or the Ingalls units will help to alleviate this.

Has anyone checked to see that the car in its stock configuration has the rear centered? While many assume this, it is not always true on many cars. Usually it is not noticeable until you start changing wheels, tires, etc.

I hope this helps.

Tony D

 

like I said.... some people on here checked a while ago.... some cars were centered.... some were not. all stock. i dunno why.