07-03-2021, 09:02 AM | #1 |
Not Yet Wild
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What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
Guys, I want to add wheel spacers to my 140L for added stability, but since I can't seem to find wider fender flares for the Icon I'll need to keep what I have. So what is the sweet spot? What wheel spacer size (front and rear) combination will increase the wheel base without splashing mud and water all up on the cart as I pass through every mud puddle? 1 inch? 1.5 inch? 2 inch? What is the "splashing threshold"----the max spacer size to use on the front and the max spacer size to use on the rear to increase the wheel base a bit without splash issues?
(For example: if I put 2 inch spacers on front, if splashing is a problem what if I use 1.5? Still a problem? If so what if I use 1 inch? Problem gone? What about the rear?). Just want to know based on everyone's experience. Thanks. |
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07-03-2021, 12:56 PM | #2 |
Gone Wild
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
Stop driving through mud puddles lol. And I don't think anybody is going to have that data since we all sort of just pick a size and throw them on. I have 2" and I don't have any splashing problem, but I also rarely drive through liquids being in So Cal.
I think this is most likely going to be a try & see problem unless there's somebody with an ICON who drives through mud all the time already. |
07-06-2021, 03:56 PM | #3 |
Getting Wild
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
the answer is no spacers. You could try one inch but the tire will still protrude beyond the fenders and you're at risk of still having mud slung.
If you in a relatively dry climate then it's avoidable like ATrain indicates. I live in Florida where it's very wet 5 months out of the year and manageable the rest of the time. If you're in a similar climate then you have to choose between better ride or mud. I can say even with the 2 inch spacers it's not like every ride is a mud slinging experience even during the wet months but it definitely happens. |
07-17-2021, 02:26 PM | #4 |
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
Did anyone try 1.5" spacers? Do they fit without having to cut lugs?
I would love to put the 1" on, but think it may be a problem. |
07-17-2021, 06:35 PM | #5 | |
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
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07-18-2021, 07:42 PM | #6 |
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
I just ordered some 1.5 wheel spacers for a lifted Icon 40 ... I know the wheels are gone to poke out past the fender flares some but if you want play you got to pay. They are coming tomorrow ... I should have them on by the end of the week. I will try to post some pics
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07-21-2021, 11:49 AM | #7 | |
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
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The improved stability and turning feel is great, plus when you turn up the speed it's almost mandatory to get the spacers. If you have a cart with 4 people going very fast, it gets speed wobbles and is kind of dangerous without them. I would hit 33mph downhill with people on the cart and the thing was swerving ALL over the place. Very dangerous, especially with a beer or two in you. Spacers improved that bigtime. |
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07-21-2021, 12:47 PM | #8 | |
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
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07-21-2021, 02:09 PM | #9 |
Getting Wild
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Re: What is I40L's maximum wheel spacer threshold without splashing?
this is what i got, https://www.amazon.com/4pc-2-0-Thick...omotive&sr=1-4 but they were $85 when I bought, apparently word caught on.
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07-21-2021, 03:49 PM | #10 | |
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