New Lift
#1
New Lift
Just installed a RK 2.5 lift and I am getting some noise- movement from the front track bar. I also notice shiny metal by both bolts where it's moving (1/16"). Do I just need to torque it down more or is there a way to lessen the slop in the hole. Jeep has 10k miles.
#2
JK Jedi
Just installed a RK 2.5 lift and I am getting some noise- movement from the front track bar. I also notice shiny metal by both bolts where it's moving (1/16"). Do I just need to torque it down more or is there a way to lessen the slop in the hole. Jeep has 10k miles.
Last edited by resharp001; 12-07-2016 at 04:37 AM.
#4
JK Jedi
Y, welding on some washers is the inexpensive fix if you don't mind going that route. Anything that helps reinforce that hole is better than nothing. You shouldn't have much movement at all in that TB when you turn side to side while stationary. If you're seeing movement or hearing a slight popping sound, you need to tighten things up.
#6
JK Jedi
The Synergy bracket is an easy bolt on. Bolts on using the screws for the steering box, IIRC one little one through the back of the bracket, and then the main one through the TB itself. Depending on your set up, might be a little cumbersome working around the driver's side spring getting a couple of those steering bolts back in, but it's just a full bolt on procedure. It's a little bit peace of mind just getting that frame side bracket reinforced a bit with something....one way or another. Nothing wrong with the washer method either....or just using scrap 3/16" you might have around.
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#8
JK Jedi
Just noticed Ace now makes a frame side bracket I don't think I'd noticed before. bit cheaper than Synergy, and looks like less chance of interfering with driver's spring -
https://www.northridge4x4.com/fits/2...ck-bar-support
Lots of different ways to address the axle side, and a lot depends on build. You're only 2.5" high, so not really in the market for a high steer kit which would provide a bracket anyhow. If a truss is ever in the plans, you'd just do a new bracket with that. Otherwise, there are various options out there. You'd just want to make sure to stay with something that reinforces your current factory height.
https://www.northridge4x4.com/fits/2...ck-bar-support
Lots of different ways to address the axle side, and a lot depends on build. You're only 2.5" high, so not really in the market for a high steer kit which would provide a bracket anyhow. If a truss is ever in the plans, you'd just do a new bracket with that. Otherwise, there are various options out there. You'd just want to make sure to stay with something that reinforces your current factory height.
#9
Just noticed Ace now makes a frame side bracket I don't think I'd noticed before. bit cheaper than Synergy, and looks like less chance of interfering with driver's spring - https://www.northridge4x4.com/fits/2...ck-bar-support Lots of different ways to address the axle side, and a lot depends on build. You're only 2.5" high, so not really in the market for a high steer kit which would provide a bracket anyhow. If a truss is ever in the plans, you'd just do a new bracket with that. Otherwise, there are various options out there. You'd just want to make sure to stay with something that reinforces your current factory height.
TF makes a simple plate thats cheap and bolts on over the front of the stock bracket .
#10
Just installed a RK 2.5 lift and I am getting some noise- movement from the front track bar. I also notice shiny metal by both bolts where it's moving (1/16"). Do I just need to torque it down more or is there a way to lessen the slop in the hole. Jeep has 10k miles.
This is a thread I was reading the other day.
Take a look it may be beneficial
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...le-fix-338783/