V2 Super Lock R32/R33/R34/Z32 Front Knuckles

FAQs

Will this fit my car?
We can only confirm fitment for the vehicles listed above under "vehicle compatibility". If your car is not listed there, then we don't know if it will fit.

What's the advantage of using the GKTech V2 front drop knuckles?
A lot of people think that the best thing about knuckles (aka uprights) is getting more steering angle to drift however the main advantage of installing knuckles is the roll centre correction and bump steer correction. Extremely lowered vehicles typically handle poorly, with drop knuckles like these installed the handling will improve dramatically as your lower control arm and castor (aka tension) rods are sitting near horizontally which brings them back to where they were before the car was lowered, which is exactly what you want.

What modifications are required, is this hard to fit?
No modifications are required, simply just remove and refit.

However, if you notch your lower control arms or at least modify the bump stops will help get more from the knuckles. Rack spacers are also recommended or alternatively longer tie rods or some of our tie rod ends which are adjustable in length. To get the absolute most out of these knuckles our Super Lock LCA's, our offset rack spacers (or rack relocated using bolt on rack spacers) and appropriately sized wheels are required.

Note that of all of the steering racks, the R33 steering rack provides the least amount of travel so if you are chasing every last degree of angle, swapping to an R32 steering rack will give a few more degrees of lock.

You will also need to re-adjust your coilover height due to the 20mm drop incorporated into the knuckle.

Is there anything else needed for installation?
No, you will need to use your OEM wheel bearing. However, in terms of the knuckles themselves, they will arrive as shown in the product photo.

Can I install this myself? If so how long will installation take?
Yes, provided you have general mechanical knowledge as they are relitively straightforward. You will need to press your old hub/ wheel bearing out and press them into the new knuckle. Installation time should be around 30 minutes. However, being a suspension component we recommend only a trained professional to install this product.

Do these lower the cars height?
Yes, around 20mm, you will simply need to re-adjust the height of your coilover and it will counteract the height difference.

Will I have to get a wheel alignment after installing these?
Yes, as the ride height and toe have been altered, we strongly recommend a wheel alignment after any suspension changes.

How much angle can I get from these knuckles?
Depending on the width and offset of your rims and whether you're running standard lower control arms or notched/modified lower control arms (or standard) you will see between 60 degrees - 70 degrees of steering lock.

I sometimes do circuit/grip racing as well as drifting, are these suitable?
Yes, absolutely. You have the additional lock for drifting as well as the weight saving, roll center and bump steer correction which is great for additional front end grip which can definitely be used for all drift/circuit and grip racing setups.

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