Monday, February 18, 2008

Front Axle needs alignment

The front drivers side is sticking out 3 inches.


The front passenger side is tucked inside the fenders. The rear tires stick out 1 - 1/4 inches on each side from the fenders.

I will be purchasing a new front Track bar and front tie rod this week since the front axle is pushed 3 inches to the drivers side as a result of the lift kit. The result is the funny look as well as the sway bar disconnects are crooked. The tie rod will be also be replaced since it is slightly bent and creating a tow-in situation. Althought the jeep is starting to look finished there are still a bunch of tiny details that need to be addressed. I still need to rebuild the transfer case and install the rear CV driveshaft. The rear track bar needs a little custom fab work to get it correctly installed. I need to drill out and install about 50 rivits for the rock-sliders on the sides. The rear bumper is still not on all the way yet. The gas tank needs to be re-installed. The front bumper is still not here yet and that will need to be installed along with the winch. I still need to tighten the front and rear control arms after the suspension settles in. If the rear driveshaft is not in alignment with the rear differential then a rear cam bolt kit will need to be intalled. I still need to install the stainless steel brake lines as well as the transfer-case drop kit, front track bar, rear track bar and front tie-rod. Oops I forgot to mention the front and rear differential covers. Then I need to perform a shakedown and address any gremlins that pop up. I love this stuff.




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