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Steering problems after lift

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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 02:41 PM
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I just installed a Full Traction leveling kit on my 12 JKU. Now the steering feel "flighty". I hit a bump and it seems to sway side to side, feels unstable. Just doesn't feel right. I did not do shock extenders and did not do a wheel alignment. I did have to center the steering wheel. Any ideas as to what went wrong would be appreciated.
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 02:45 PM
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I wouldn't think a leveling kit would cause the flighty feeling. Just for kicks, I'd loosen your control arm and trackbar bolts, rock the Jeep back and forth, and re-tighten everything to spec torque.

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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 02:46 PM
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Loosen your trackbar and control arm bolts, shake your jeep, retorque, report back.
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 02:47 PM
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ehh, beat to the punch.
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 03:31 PM
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what they said /\
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 06:34 PM
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What they all said, but make sure the jeep is on the ground and under its own weight when you torque the bolts down.
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 06:37 PM
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Thanks, will report back ASAP
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Old Aug 29, 2012 | 10:06 AM
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Thanks to all that posted. I did what you said and the ride is much better. I do still have squeaking but will work on that. Also think I will do the bolt change and get a wheel alignment just to be safe. Thanks again...
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Old Aug 29, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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Need to do this too. It feels loose also
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