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duane67c-10 · 12-09-2007, 05:57 AM

i want to run my bags on the lower 4 link tube, my kit came with twenty inch tubes, 24 inch when you count the hyme joints. my question is are these long enough to do this? or should i get some longer tubes for the bottom?

Bagged Nissan · 12-09-2007, 05:24 PM

you generally want longer links, b/c putting the bag on the bar will move the rear end in a lot bigger arc. shorter bars with this motion are good about allowing pinion change. gotta remember, at SOME point in the arc, you'll get changes. longer the bars, bigger the arc, more lift before you reach this point.

also, i would be worried as in what thickness those are too.. you can use .120 or .125 for links that have no bag on them, but i'd go at least .188 if there is going to be a bag on them. (some will argue, but i've talked to famed builders such at Max and a few others, you dont need the gussets on the bottom of the bars if you're using .188 or .250 wall).

I usually use 30-33" bars when i do links, that is on fullsize or minis, its my more common measurement. I can do bag on bar and have no problems way through 20-24" of lift.

duane67c-10 · 12-09-2007, 05:30 PM

thanks man!

Slmd92DIME · 12-09-2007, 05:43 PM

Bagged Nissan
Do you go to any shows like Carlisle All Truck Nats? We oughta meet up sometime not too many on here from the east

Bagged Nissan · 12-09-2007, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Slmd92DIME

Bagged Nissan
Do you go to any shows like Carlisle All Truck Nats? We oughta meet up sometime not too many on here from the east

I went to ATN this year, truckless. I browsed for a good bit and then headed back home.

This year I hope my Nissan is out in time for the season. If you hit anything up, let me know and i'll try to make it.

12-09-2007, 05:57 AM	#1
duane67c-10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: fairview tennessee Posts: 122	4 link question? i want to run my bags on the lower 4 link tube, my kit came with twenty inch tubes, 24 inch when you count the hyme joints. my question is are these long enough to do this? or should i get some longer tubes for the bottom? Attached Images

12-09-2007, 05:24 PM	#2
Bagged Nissan the fab shack Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: hell Posts: 66	Re: 4 link question? you generally want longer links, b/c putting the bag on the bar will move the rear end in a lot bigger arc. shorter bars with this motion are good about allowing pinion change. gotta remember, at SOME point in the arc, you'll get changes. longer the bars, bigger the arc, more lift before you reach this point. also, i would be worried as in what thickness those are too.. you can use .120 or .125 for links that have no bag on them, but i'd go at least .188 if there is going to be a bag on them. (some will argue, but i've talked to famed builders such at Max and a few others, you dont need the gussets on the bottom of the bars if you're using .188 or .250 wall). I usually use 30-33" bars when i do links, that is on fullsize or minis, its my more common measurement. I can do bag on bar and have no problems way through 20-24" of lift.

12-09-2007, 05:30 PM	#3
duane67c-10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: fairview tennessee Posts: 122	Re: 4 link question? thanks man!

12-09-2007, 05:43 PM	#4
Slmd92DIME Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: West Virginia Posts: 481	Re: 4 link question? Bagged Nissan Do you go to any shows like Carlisle All Truck Nats? We oughta meet up sometime not too many on here from the east



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