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Old May 23, 2011 | 09:21 AM
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Ever thought it could be cause you're turning it while not moving? There would be more friction keeping the tires still, which would result in body movement or axle movement. Or maybe I just sound stupid?
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Old May 23, 2011 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by JK.nick
Ever thought it could be cause you're turning it while not moving? There would be more friction keeping the tires still, which would result in body movement or axle movement. Or maybe I just sound stupid?
That has been brought up, but I think he missed the point.
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Old May 23, 2011 | 03:00 PM
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That's whats odd.... I watched the vids yesterday but wanted to see what others said first.

Your axle is clearly moving in relation to the frame/body. What I don't get though is that there doesn't seem to be any movement at either of the ends of the track bar.

Have you pulled it to check the bushings? If it's an adjustable, check to make sure the threads are alright and the jam nut is tight? Thats about all I can suggest.
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Old May 25, 2011 | 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Coley
That's whats odd.... I watched the vids yesterday but wanted to see what others said first.

Your axle is clearly moving in relation to the frame/body. What I don't get though is that there doesn't seem to be any movement at either of the ends of the track bar.

Have you pulled it to check the bushings? If it's an adjustable, check to make sure the threads are alright and the jam nut is tight? Thats about all I can suggest.
Well your saying the movement is normal or not?

I don't see any movement at the trackbar ends..

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Old May 25, 2011 | 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdyspeed
Nvm i guess I was wrong I mean mine moves slightly but not near as much as urs
See thats what I thought. It has too much movement, if it was normal I assume yours would move the same amount..
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Old May 25, 2011 | 06:12 PM
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The only way the axle can move side to side, without the ends of the track bar moving, is if the track bar is flexing, which it is, because it's not straight. Mine does the same thing.
There is a lot of strain on the bar when you turn the wheels when stationary.
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Old May 25, 2011 | 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ronjenx
The only way the axle can move side to side, without the ends of the track bar moving, is if the track bar is flexing, which it is, because it's not straight. Mine does the same thing.
There is a lot of strain on the bar when you turn the wheels when stationary.
Ok thanks. Guess Ill pull the trackbar and check.
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Old May 26, 2011 | 10:38 AM
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Old May 26, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by HappyCurmudgeon
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Old May 26, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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I would think that is pretty normal becuase you are turning the wheel why stationary. When your moving there would be not near as much stress on that bar or the body as the unit would be moving and turning at the same time with much less friction.

question: why did your bring this up? you must have a concern or somthing that made you look into this????
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