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landraver:
Hello all, I'm looking to buy front & rear castor corrected radius arms for the 90 (2" lift). Where could I get decent gear at the best price? Someone told me of a guy who manufactures them in Mid Wales, he thought the name was Gwyn Jones but he wasn't sure. Anyone heard of him? Had a look on the net but didn't get anywhere :( .
Any advice or recommendations would be much appreciated.
Thanks guys
Jeff

datalas:
Personally the QT ones get my vote, they may be a little more expensive than some, but they are strong, light and proven which is probably worth it for a fairly vital component.

Haven't heard of the bod in wales, but have heard tales of radius arms snapping on road (from a certain manufacturer who shall remain nameless) so you might want to consider the reputation of the company too.

Eeyore:
Whilst Gwyn Lewis does a great job, he fundamentally heats the radius arms and bends it. This is technically an MOT failure and IMV from a material perspective is not the best - it also shortens the arms. Buy something manufactured the right shape.

Don't worry about castor correction on the back - its irrelevent!

I run the QT ones at the front, which seem sufficently well built (they will take a norping) but the final finish isn't the best (I cannot understand the fashion for zinc passivating). They are lighter than standard too. They get my recommendation.

If you're lifting the vehicle castor correction arms really are worth every penny!

cheers
 8)
Eeyore

Porny:

--- Quote ---Someone told me of a guy who manufactures them in Mid Wales, he thought the name was Gwyn Jones
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--- Quote ---Whilst Jones does a great job, he fundamentally heats the radius arms and bends it. This is technically an MOT failure and IMV from a material perspective is not the best - it also shortens the arms. Buy something manufactured the right shape.
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Jones.... :?  :roll:

Gywn Lewis - http://www.gwynlewis4x4.co.uk

 :wink:

Ian

Eeyore:
Oppps!  :oops:

Ta for the correction - post above amended to suit.

My mind was else where at the time....

cheers
 #-o
Eeyore

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