Hello everyone,

I read the stickys and did some searching but really can't find the answer I am looking for.

Here is the deal: I installed a Rough Country 3.25 lift with 35's. Since then, at anything over 45 mph, the jeep kinds wants to jump from left to right. Nothing extreme, but annoying. I learned this was a condition due to not enough caster angle.

Now, my lift did not come with adjustable lower control arms. Is there a good way to fix this without buying lower CA's, and what would be the procedure if I did buy them and install them myself (since no one around here in Florida seems to know what I am talking about).

Thanks.

 

There is not good way to fix caster with out using control arms. Cam bolts can be used but it is not a good substitute for control arms, as they can come loose and are ofter a source of constant maintenance.
As far as installing control arms it's not very difficult with a jack, a couple jack stands, a torque wrench and some hand tools. Just follow one of the lift kit write ups and jump to the control arm section.

 

I was really hoping that there was something else I could do. The only adjustable control arms I found so far are about $425.00 each (ouch).

I am still wondering how and why I need to do this with only a 3.25" lift. So far, Rough Country has been less than helpful.

 

I think you're reading that wrong. For instance, a set of TF arms from Northridge is $330 shipped (for both). I'm not aware of any arms that cost $850/pair.

http://northridge4x4.com/proddetail.php?prod=TF-1653700

 

There are a few options for you... First, there are countless threads on this subject already.

Control arms are a great way to fix this. Currie, Rock Krawler, Teraflex, JKS are all good brands. Cam bolts are a cheap fix. People hate them, I ran them for a while with no issue. Currently I'm running control arm brackets from AEV that correct castor. There cheap ($99) and get the job done (they give up ~2" ground clearance at the bracket which for me isn't the issue considering how nice the jk rides now.

I also ran Currie control arms, liked them but the Johnny joints made the ride a bit harsh for me.. If I were to go back to control arms, it would be jks for their rubber bushings

 

Thanks All,

I have some research to do here so I will check out some of the different brands. Just want to fix this and move on to actually driving the JK, and not working on it.

 

And remember that you only need 'one' set of arms to set your caster.
-Front Uppers are less expensive, but a bit harder to install, since you have to cut off a bolt.
-Front Lowers are a bit more expensive, but have a better range of adjustability.

(-Rear uppers will be used if you feel the need to replace your rear driveshaft.)