choosing a 3.5" lift AEV or Metalcloak?
03-10-2019, 01:32 PM
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JK Jedi
When you raise the drag link you also have to raise the track bar bracket on the axle to keep them as parallel as you can. You get some pretty bad bump steer if you don't.
03-10-2019, 02:01 PM
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Just noticed that quadratec has a tech article section, this may help a bit. Ignore the first pic, it's for a TJ.
https://www.quadratec.com/jeep_knowl...article-68.htm
https://www.quadratec.com/jeep_knowl...article-68.htm
03-10-2019, 02:34 PM
#33
JK Jedi
Drilling a knuckle is not that big a deal and you can easily go back to stock with a $9 tapered bushing.
https://www.summitracing.com/nv/part...0175/overview/
https://www.summitracing.com/nv/part...0175/overview/
03-10-2019, 02:49 PM
#34
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Just noticed that quadratec has a tech article section, this may help a bit. Ignore the first pic, it's for a TJ.
https://www.quadratec.com/jeep_knowl...article-68.htm
https://www.quadratec.com/jeep_knowl...article-68.htm
i guess I'll just add the Drag Link Flip Bracket from MC to go along with their adj trackbar .. it also repositions the steering stabilizer if i'm not mistaken.
i also think i'll need the steering stabilizer tie rod mount and while i'm at it might as well order a rocksport steering stabilizer to match the rest.
this is adding up fast
03-10-2019, 04:04 PM
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The stock stabilizer actually gets favorable reviews. Assuming it is in good shape, you could just relocate it with the bracket until there is a reason to replace.
Keep on top of that 'eventually' as part of normal maintenance. The rear driveshaft will likely be ok, but as mentioned, that particular joint on the front shaft is known to be a problem, so you need know 'when' to do something about it. Much better to replace the joint (teraflex high angle rzeppa is popular) or the shaft (thinner aftermarket replacement) while grease is still slinging out, rather than waiting for it to make noise and seize. Could be a few thousand miles, could be 50k or more, just another of those variables to keep on top of with a quick look every now and then.
Driveshafts will eventually have to be changed, but that's the cost of lifting so high i suppose
03-10-2019, 10:49 PM
#36
JK Jedi
I think you'll be pleased with your purchase. Also agree with nthinuf.....that factory SS is fine. People put way too much emphasis on the SS.
03-11-2019, 04:58 AM
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03-11-2019, 05:00 AM
#38
The stock stabilizer actually gets favorable reviews. Assuming it is in good shape, you could just relocate it with the bracket until there is a reason to replace.
Keep on top of that 'eventually' as part of normal maintenance. The rear driveshaft will likely be ok, but as mentioned, that particular joint on the front shaft is known to be a problem, so you need know 'when' to do something about it. Much better to replace the joint (teraflex high angle rzeppa is popular) or the shaft (thinner aftermarket replacement) while grease is still slinging out, rather than waiting for it to make noise and seize. Could be a few thousand miles, could be 50k or more, just another of those variables to keep on top of with a quick look every now and then.
Keep on top of that 'eventually' as part of normal maintenance. The rear driveshaft will likely be ok, but as mentioned, that particular joint on the front shaft is known to be a problem, so you need know 'when' to do something about it. Much better to replace the joint (teraflex high angle rzeppa is popular) or the shaft (thinner aftermarket replacement) while grease is still slinging out, rather than waiting for it to make noise and seize. Could be a few thousand miles, could be 50k or more, just another of those variables to keep on top of with a quick look every now and then.