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Old 08-02-2020, 08:56 AM   #3
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Default Re: Ezgo moving axle angle after lifting and wheel spacers

The lift that you have is called a "lift block" and it's literally spacers that mount under the springs to achieve additional ride height. That type makes the spring/suspension geometry a little bit off because of the distance from the spring to the axle. That inward tilt is the result.

The better way would be to install a "drop axle" lift. It's designed so that the spring location remains the same, right on top of the axle. The axle is then "dropped", meaning the wheel location is lower but the center section of the front axle is unchanged. Here is a pic to illustrate.

The rubbing you are getting is from the offset of the rims. The tires are now located outwards too far and won't clear the body. Less offset in the wheels and/or skinnier tires might help. Body trimming might also be needed. If the current axle is tilted too far it could be changing the centerline of the wheels which would put them too far toward the rear, it could cause the rubbing. The tilted axle also could be causing steering issues.
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