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ZUKIWORLD Model Specific Suzuki Forum => Suzuki Grand Vitara, Vitara, Chevy Tracker (Gen. 2 Platform) 1999-2005 => Topic started by: JayInBarrie on January 22, 2009, 05:55:10 PM

Title: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: JayInBarrie on January 22, 2009, 05:55:10 PM
http://www.zukiworld.com/month_120102/feature_hagan_frontendmod.htm

Anyone try this on the 99+ GV/Vit/Tracker. ???

I was thinking about it, but notice the frame where the rear part of the A-arm attaches widens out.  So pulling that mounting point 1" outward would be in a larger opening, and the surface for the bolts nut would be at a much large angle then I would like.

Was thinking about triing it, but I don't weld (yet ;)) or have a welder.  So I have to plan friends and equipment if I want to give it a go.  I think a little bending and pounding would work, but that a little welding for re-inforcement would be prudent!!
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: JDMCRX on January 22, 2009, 08:59:48 PM
The frame is different and there is no room on the back side for the nut to be moved over.
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: JayInBarrie on January 23, 2009, 06:20:28 PM
Kinda what I thought.
 :'( :( >:(
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: Jeremiah on January 24, 2009, 08:00:00 PM
How hard would it be to build your own arms?
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: sir lance on January 25, 2009, 11:48:10 PM
not as easy as bolting on some wheel spacers HAHAHAH
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: blacknight on January 26, 2009, 07:11:21 AM
Quote from: sir lance on January 25, 2009, 11:48:10 PM
not as easy as bolting on some wheel spacers HAHAHAH
yes but the Hagen Widening does more that widen the wheel base.
Title: Re: Hagen Frontend Widening
Post by: JayInBarrie on February 02, 2009, 05:39:12 AM
Quote from: blacknight on January 26, 2009, 07:11:21 AM
Quote from: sir lance on January 25, 2009, 11:48:10 PM
not as easy as bolting on some wheel spacers HAHAHAH
yes but the Hagen Widening does more that widen the wheel base.
Yeah, what blacknight said. :D
I'm working on fitting stuffing 33" tires, but was thinking if I can have a easliy fixed front axle I might try a lil' bigger. ::)
Worst case, I brake a few axles and have to find someone with 33's looking for 35's... :laugh: