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Old Dec 8, 2013 | 10:08 PM
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So, I have installed the Teraflex Leveling kit (pucks) with JKU springs...probably have close to 3" of lift. I installed the JKS relocation kit and my rear axle is still not centered. Any suggestions?
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:44 AM
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Not sure what the JKS relocation kit is, and not sure whether you're trying to fix centering in wheel well or behind front wheels (tracking). If former, an adjustable trackbar will do the trick. Your axle is tilted back and the trackbar will probably contact the spring. If you don't want to cut off perches and relocate, a correction wedge should help. But your lift is getting pretty high. That can lead to other problems and needed mods.

If you're trying to center wheels in wells, upper and lower control arms will do the trick. But if you have OEM driveshafts, live with the axle being off-center and trim the pinch seam (35s or larger).
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 02:27 AM
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The JKS is supposed to center the axle, which it did but not enough. According to your post, sounds like I need an adjustable rear track bar.

FYI...I'm currently stationed in Germany, so no heavy duty offroading here. Just slowly getting it ready to go back to the states. Running 33's right now, but will go to 35's in the future.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 10:14 AM
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Are you a USAF chief? I'm retired CMSgt. 4500 hours crewing C-130s.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 11:09 AM
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IF you want to get it perfect you will need an adjustable track bar. For a raised bracket to center you axle, the mounting point would have to be exactly as high as what you have lifted it which is nearly impossible with all the different options out there. It does however do you good to raise the axle mount to raise your roll center which helps make your jeep more stable for cornering or in off camber situations.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
Are you a USAF chief? I'm retired CMSgt. 4500 hours crewing C-130s.
Negative...Chief Warrant Officer in the Army.

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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by TheDirtman
IF you want to get it perfect you will need an adjustable track bar. For a raised bracket to center you axle, the mounting point would have to be exactly as high as what you have lifted it which is nearly impossible with all the different options out there. It does however do you good to raise the axle mount to raise your roll center which helps make your jeep more stable for cornering or in off camber situations.
Think I'm gonna do some research and find me an adjustable rear track bar.

Thanks!

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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Chief_Airborne
Think I'm gonna do some research and find me an adjustable rear track bar. Thanks! Sent from my Jeep.
Might be having a RK one up for sale soon.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by DunnyBunny
Might be having a RK one up for sale soon.
RK?

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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 12:47 PM
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