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Old 06-30-2013, 05:20 PM
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Default Wandering after leveling kit install

I recently installed a Teraflex Performance Leveling kit.* After doing so I had the vehicle alignment done.* I've been experiencing a fair amount of "wandering" since installing the leveling kit.*

I'm curious if anyone else has experienced the same thing and what if anything can be done to correct the problem?

-Would longer lower control arms correct the suspension angles?

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Normally a level kit should not decrease caster too much. See what the angle is: between 4 & 6 is the average for lifted rigs. Too high and the pinion angle may make the driveshaft buzz. So yes, front lower control arms can dial it in.
Try lowering tire pressure first.
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Ok, I'll try that. How do I measure the angle? Thanks for your help.

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what is the reading from the alignment shop on your toe setting? JK's handle best when they are set to 1/16-1/8" toe IN.
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Originally Posted by jeeperjkjeeper
what is the reading from the alignment shop on your toe setting? JK's handle best when they are set to 1/16-1/8" toe IN.

That sir, I do not know. But I have a pretty good rapport with the garage so I'll run that by them come next oil change. Thanks!!
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Originally Posted by BlackRockBurner
Normally a level kit should not decrease caster too much. See what the angle is: between 4 & 6 is the average for lifted rigs. Too high and the pinion angle may make the driveshaft buzz. So yes, front lower control arms can dial it in.
Try lowering tire pressure first.
X2, lower ur air pressure
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Lower your air pressure. Also, if your shocks have a bunch of miles on them that could do it too. Mine had 92k on them and I noticed my jeep wandering. Swapped to Monroe reflex and made a huge difference.

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Originally Posted by Fugg it
X2, lower ur air pressure
Will do, today. What should I be running? Stock Goodyear Wranglers I have them at 35 (ish)
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Originally Posted by RenegadeUL13

Will do, today. What should I be running? Stock Goodyear Wranglers I have them at 35 (ish)
Try 28lbs and see what it does for your tracking. Then do a chalk test on the tires to check for wear. Find that compromise in air pressure.
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Originally Posted by BlackRockBurner
Try 28lbs and see what it does for your tracking. Then do a chalk test on the tires to check for wear. Find that compromise in air pressure.
You could also try setting the pressure to factory spec since they're stock tires. Sometimes it's good, sometimes not.


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