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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 06:21 PM
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I try to listen and learn... Got a few of the new parts today !!

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Old Dec 2, 2009 | 06:25 PM
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 08:22 AM
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That rear track bar angle also struck me as a litte steep. It'll run fine as is but in theory, you want that as level as possible to keep your rear end from wagging as much, especially at high speeds. I noticed that when I got mine leveled out with the appropriate bracketry, it really helped when hitting small bumps at highway speeds. I ended up using an axle mounted bracket(I used an RE bracket that didnt come with their original kit, mopar has a similar one, it actually attaches further out along the shock mount) as oppsed to a frame drop down bracket. Of course that will also change the length of the trackbar as well. With that bracket you will also eliminate the problem some people have had with shearing off that stock axle track bar mount.
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 08:51 AM
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you're muffler bearing looks a touch loose, that can be deadly
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by 6DoF
you're muffler bearing looks a touch loose, that can be deadly
Not to mention your butt dyno is geared a little slow and your o-ring is bent out of whack...
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Old Dec 4, 2009 | 04:25 AM
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Originally Posted by 6DoF
you're muffler bearing looks a touch loose, that can be deadly
I did a search on that muffler bearing thing and found that if it is over tightened I run the possibility of built up preasure in my tail light housing that could cause a minor explosion.
So I think I will just run it loose,,, I can barely hear the rattle if I turn my radio off.

And my butt meter and has been checked againt my GPS and is right on

But thanks for the suggestions just the same
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Old Dec 4, 2009 | 05:34 PM
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OHHHH MAN !!!! Got everything installed today and WHAT A DIFFERANCE !!
I'm not sure what made the biggest differance but it drives like a dream and rides VERY nice. No more darting at highway speeds. And the drive shafts are at a MUCH better angle.
I without a doubt had to much lift going on with the standard OME shock (which are now for sale by the way) but the LT made a big change.
And thanks to everyones suggestions the combination of rear upper and front lower control arms made a huge change in the feel of my jeep.
I have to take it out and feel the differance with the disconnects but I'm looking forward to that for sure.
And the crown brake lines are top shelf.
Tomorrow I will do the flashpaq.
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