Smacked a curb need advise

[Sorbs]

JTR meets black ice and goes for a ride! So I need advise on how to repair. My axle is shifted over 2” and my toe is way out, like a broken toe.

Waiting on Black Friday but here’s my list so far:

https://www.synergymfg.com/synergy-...-and-sector-shaft-brace.html?category_id=4980
$200

https://www.synergymfg.com/synergy-jeep-jl-hd-steering-kit.html?category_id=4982
$990

What else?

Thanks!

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[Sorbs]

Wheels are roasted and thinking about these:

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[Commodus]

JTR meets black ice and goes for a ride! So I need advise on how to repair. My axle is shifted over 2” and my toe is way out, like a broken toe.

Waiting on Black Friday but here’s my list so far:

https://www.synergymfg.com/synergy-...-and-sector-shaft-brace.html?category_id=4980
$200

https://www.synergymfg.com/synergy-jeep-jl-hd-steering-kit.html?category_id=4982
$990

What else?

Thanks!

Have you checked for a bent axle tube?

 

[Sorbs]

Have you checked for a bent axle tube?

It’s in the back of mind —> https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...ront-axle-housing-stock-geometry-67-9in-width

$2,595

 

[RH 67]

Have you disconnected the track bar to see if it self centers?

 

[Sorbs]

Have you disconnected the track bar to see if it self centers?

Good idea!

 

[Renegade]

Have you disconnected the track bar to see if it self centers?

I would be concerned that the frame-side bracket might be bent. Post some pictures of where it’s welded to the frame.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

You need to get the specs and start measuring. Simply tossing stuff at it willy-nilly without finding the true problems is not wise. You can compensate, patch, adjust, to cover for the real damage and still not have it fixed. In fact you may be making it more dangerous doing what you are doing without some troubleshooting and measuring. Parts BEND and just because you can reset toe, caster, camber, etc. to withing specs doesn't mean TooT, SAI and other angles will be correct and the results could kill.
Find the specs and measure - don't guess.

 

[Sorbs]

You need to get the specs and start measuring. Simply tossing stuff at it willy-nilly without finding the true problems is not wise. You can compensate, patch, adjust, to cover for the real damage and still not have it fixed. In fact you may be making it more dangerous doing what you are doing without some troubleshooting and measuring. Parts BEND and just because you can reset toe, caster, camber, etc. to withing specs doesn't mean TooT, SAI and other angles will be correct and the results could kill.
Find the specs and measure - don't guess.

Easy there Francis, I’ve done nothing but ask advice. Geez...

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Easy there Francis, I’ve done nothing but ask advice. Geez...

That's my advice - nothing more or less. Get specs, measure, compare to others if nothing else. If something looks amiss or wrong, like cracked paint, a weld stressed or something bent, have someone measure and then compare.
Just saying don't even try to set things right by "adjusting" - hate to see anyone get hurt (as we've seen sometimes doesn't take much to make these things unstable)
Just concerned about your safety

 

[Renegade]

Easy there Francis, I’ve done nothing but ask advice. Geez...

I didn’t take him as implying anything but concern. You did ask...

 

[Sorbs]

I didn’t take him as implying anything but concern. You did ask...

I took it as a bitch session and less than helpful. Based on “likes to post ratio” I am probably not wrong in its tone.

 

[billyjk7]

Sounds like somebody needs a safe space and some play doh to get their little feelings fixed

 

[Rock Krawler Suspension]

I would have a concern for the integrity of the front track bar and, possibly, the frame side mount. The Axle side mount appears straight in the photos.

I'd put my $.02 on the front track bar being bent.

EDIT: heres a shot of our JT with the wheels you're looking at in a 20" with 38's although I didn't have the center caps on when the pic was taken.

 

[Sorbs]

I would have a concern for the integrity of the front track bar and, possibly, the frame side mount. The Axle side mount appears straight in the photos.

I'd put my $.02 on the front track bar being bent.

EDIT: heres a shot of our JT with the wheels you're looking at in a 20" with 38's although I didn't have the center caps on when the pic was taken.

Thank you so much. Both the picture and the track bar insight very helpful.

Looking at the frame mount I see the bushing off center but the mount isn’t bent. I plan on disconnecting the track bar and seeing if the axle re-centers.

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