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Stearing wheel off! 1/2 of a turn

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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:12 PM
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Default Steering wheel off! 1/2 of a turn

Guys, after installing my lift, my stealing wheel is off about 1/2 a turn off. I would assume a 1-3" would b normal, but this is about 1/2 a turn! Anybody have any suggestions on how to fix? Or should I take it to the dealership and have them handle it? It is under lifetime warranty.....

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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:33 PM
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You can fix it yourself with a 15mm wrench and 15 min of your time. Read this write up.

http://wayalife.com/showthread.php?3...ll=1#post42376
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:33 PM
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Took a couple pics for you guys. I think my entire axle is shifted to the drivers side a little. Would this be easy for me to fix? Or again, would this be easier for an alignment shop or the dealer to do? PLEASE HELP
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:36 PM
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Very easy. Do a little homework
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:45 PM
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Ok,,,just freaking out a little!
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:58 PM
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quick adjustment of drag link to correct steering wheel, lengthen or shorten your front adj trackbar to re-center your axle. Both tasks are quick and painless.
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by devwil68
Ok,,,just freaking out a little!
Don't worry - its not a big issue just read the thread I showed you.
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 07:06 PM
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Default if i just change my springs on my jk to next size up

would I need to adjust steering?

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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by jeepmojo
from my 14s to 17s up front will my axle go out like ilistrated above or is this for a lift kit type deal
im not prepared to do all this just to add a spring to boost my front for bumper sag lol this is starting to kinda scare me from doin what I thought I might be abe to do with ease seeing the axle move and all this has me wondering now ! any answers out there for me on my front spring change????????
Not to worry, the jeep still drives...just a little different. You will never succeed if you do not attempt. It was my first time too friend, scary, but too much fun was had...no regrets on my end!

I'm going to try and tackle this correction this weekend before I get the oil changed.
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Old Jan 23, 2013 | 07:30 PM
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You should not drive around with the steering wheel not centered. It could cause the ESP to activate and send you into oncoming traffic. It only takes a 15mm wrench and 3-5 minutes to center it.
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