utjeeper

I have an 08 JKUR with a TF3" and 35" tires with about 49k miles.

My ball joints went out as did most of my rod-ends so I had them all replaced. Immediately after the repair work I could notice that the front end felt nice and tight like it did from the factory and I was very happy. But after A short while, I noticed that the steering would not return to center. I took it back to the shop and they said the new HD ball joints need some time to break in and to take it off road to speed the process up, so I did and it worked.

The remaining issue is that it takes a lot of attention now when driving near or at highway speeds. I used to be able to drive down the Interstate with two fingers on the wheel, now I need to be at 10 & 2 and concentrate to keep it in my lane. Tires are rotated and alignment is good. Any ideas?

wayoflife

when you had your front end aligned, what was your caster set at? also, have you verified what your toe is set at?

utjeeper

I do not know the exact settings, I was just told that they are well within spec.

wayoflife

what you are describing sounds a lot like a jeep with too little positive caster. it should be set at least to +4.2°. if it's anything less, that would be your problem right there. i would have this double checked or, check it yourself.

ronjenx

Are the people who did the work also the ones who said the alignment is good?
If so, I would take it to another alignment shop to have it checked. Get a printed copy of the measurements, too.