idler arm brace,is it road legal

[seadog]

Hi all,I am looking at getting a idler arm brace and possibly slider plates for my terrano.Does anyone know if I need to cert them?.Truck is standard apart from 31s,so dont want to spend $350 to put on a $150 dollar part.Any help would be appreciated.Cheers

[kbjj]

I'd argue that you havn't modified anything, just added bolt on accessorys that help keep the truck warrentable after a days outing. I'd fit them, then removal for a warrent is an option if need be. You will most likely be replacing idler etc for each warrent anyway if you dont fit them. IMHO

[juz]

Dont require cert

[kiwipete]

I have both on my Terrano and I can confirm that they do not require a cert. You will have no trouble with a WOF either as they are a "bolt on" accessory. If they were welded to the chassis, well that's another issue.

[seadog]

Thanks guys,thought that would be the case but wanted another opinion.Just got a Terrano to tow my boat but am getting seasick driving both haha,hoping a brace might help(have done ball joints and tr ends).Thanks again

[kiwipete]

Thanks guys,thought that would be the case but wanted another opinion.Just got a Terrano to tow my boat but am getting seasick driving both haha,hoping a brace might help(have done ball joints and tr ends).Thanks again

What exactly are the symptoms you are suffering?
What part of the country are you from?

[seadog]

Hi again,I am in Invercargill.When I am on a long bend it swerves a bit(like towing a trailer thats swaying around is the best comparison I can think of).Front left tire is wearing on the outside also.Hopeing a new idler arm and brace will tighten things up a bit(idler arm not looking to straight at moment).My theory is that if I stop idler moving around it might stop everything else wearing out.Truck is just a tow/hunting/holiday wagon,didnt cost a lot and I dont want it to cost a lot to keep,so looking for a "ounce of prevention".Am I on the right track??