Track bar bar geo bracket - FRONT

[Wheelin98TJ]

I am not really interested in the clayton kit. I just dont want to deal with adjustable arms right now. Adjustable track bars would be acceptable though.

It’s only one pair. I haven’t dealt with mine at all because I paid for install and I asked them to set caster at 6 degrees. It drives really good.

What caster/caster range do you get with brackets? Hopefully it’s enough or you’ll end up adding adjustable arms anyways.

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[chorky]

It’s only one pair. I haven’t dealt with mine at all because I paid for install and I asked them to set caster at 6 degrees. It drives really good.

What caster/caster range do you get with brackets? Hopefully it’s enough or you’ll end up adding adjustable arms anyways.

they ar designed to keep castor at factory spec so I don't see why it would be an issue. Plenty of people run them just fine. I don't know what the factory caster spec is to be honest. I haven't dug into it that deep since I was hoping to not mess with it.

But I was hoping to find a similar solution for the front track bar - so far most brackets there seem to require flipping the drag link.

 

[Wheelin98TJ]

they ar designed to keep castor at factory spec so I don't see why it would be an issue. Plenty of people run them just fine. I don't know what the factory caster spec is to be honest. I haven't dug into it that deep since I was hoping to not mess with it.

But I was hoping to find a similar solution for the front track bar - so far most brackets there seem to require flipping the drag link.

You don’t want factory spec caster with bigger tires.

I don’t think a bracket on the front track bar is a good idea either. Cause of having to mess with the drag link angle once you alter the track bar angle. Not worth it on a small lift in my opinion.

 

[RockinRobin]

A properly set up front end will not require a stabilizer at all.

I’m not even sure where the 101 is to be honest, heard of it but never been there.

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[chorky]

I have a AEV JT370. Obviously, that means AEV lift and 37s. I have noticed the axle is shifted 1.25" to the driver. To fine tune centering the axle an adjustable track bar is going to get you more centered than a bracket could. I, like you, did not want johnny joints. I wanted an adjustable front track bar with bushings that did not require greasing and though may be slightly more limited on the rocks was smooth on road. I initially was going with synergy but found their bar required shaving the factory bracket down which was a no go. I ultimately decided on Rancho. It's affordable, no maintenance, and they advertise NVH reducing joints.

I conjunction, I am relocating the steering stabilizer. I find currie rock jock relocation mount with the corresponding tie rod mount to be the most secure and straight forward way to do it.

This is my 2nd JT. I feel I learned quite a bit after building my Sport and for a vehicle that gets wheeled but needs to be a daily driver first it is the best combination for me.

Here are the parts I bought (its the install instructions for each part), I'm installing them all tomorrow and will report back:

https://www.gorancho.com/downloads/...stallation_Instructions_For_RS62128_Rev_A.pdf

https://www.gorancho.com/downloads/...stallation_Instructions_For_RS62133_Rev_A.pdf

https://1244669.secure.netsuite.com/c.1244669/Documents/JT/RJ-441105-101.pdf

https://1244669.secure.netsuite.com/c.1244669/Documents/JT/RJ-441102-101.pdf

EDIT: I'll add that Rockjock also has a rear control arm relocation bracket that I am eyeing up. The reason I'd choose the RJ over TF is simply because it does not require drilling anything out. It's a very simple design.

Curious if you got your parts on yet and how you like them. The synergy bushings look pretty slick I found a couple really nice videos of them. I find it very frustrating that nobody mentions the type of materials used in their bushings. It's pretty common for specific type of materials to become noisy and needing regular servicing.

 

[RodRecket]

Curious if you got your parts on yet and how you like them. The synergy bushings look pretty slick I found a couple really nice videos of them. I find it very frustrating that nobody mentions the type of materials used in their bushings. It's pretty common for specific type of materials to become noisy and needing regular servicing.

I got them all installed friday and for the most part they went on without a hitch. I much prefer the design of the rockjock steering stabilizer over the synergy. Having a dedicated bracket and bolt feels much more sturdy than a button head and stud. The Rancho trackbar looks pretty similar to stock but a bit heavier and obviously adjustable. Here's what rancho says about their D2 bushings: https://www.gorancho.com/products/a.../rancho-control-arm-bushing-kit-rs881015.html

The synergy track bar was going to be my track bar of choice because they don't use a jam nut, but I found multiple reviews of people having a chirp develop because of a portion of the bar rubbing on the axle side bracket. Their instructions even include trimming the track bar bracket on the axle side. That ruled synergy out for me.

I'll post up a picture when it is done snowing.

 

[RodRecket]

I got them all installed friday and for the most part they went on without a hitch. I much prefer the design of the rockjock steering stabilizer over the synergy. Having a dedicated bracket and bolt feels much more sturdy than a button head and stud. The Rancho trackbar looks pretty similar to stock but a bit heavier and obviously adjustable. Here's what rancho says about their D2 bushings: https://www.gorancho.com/products/a.../rancho-control-arm-bushing-kit-rs881015.html

The synergy track bar was going to be my track bar of choice because they don't use a jam nut, but I found multiple reviews of people having a chirp develop because of a portion of the bar rubbing on the axle side bracket. Their instructions even include trimming the track bar bracket on the axle side. That ruled synergy out for me.

I'll post up a picture when it is done snowing.

Pics as promised

 

[chorky]

Pics as promised

right on thank you!! PM headed your way.

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