Front Axle Centering
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Front Axle Centering
I understand that it is highly suggested that the front axle be centered after a lift.
That being said, why is it important? I've read countless threads about this and still walk away with the basic question of, why?
What does it actually mean for it to be off center? Does it cause increased wear on the tires or other components? Or the the answer a simple, "well it was like that before, and it should be like that after".
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That being said, why is it important? I've read countless threads about this and still walk away with the basic question of, why?
What does it actually mean for it to be off center? Does it cause increased wear on the tires or other components? Or the the answer a simple, "well it was like that before, and it should be like that after".
Thanks
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It keeps the load on the tires equal.
It reduces the tendency for the Jeep to roll to the side opposite the displacement.
It brings the springs back to center over the spring seats.
It reduces the amount of steering wheel "off center".
Just a few ideas. I'm sure there are more.
It reduces the tendency for the Jeep to roll to the side opposite the displacement.
It brings the springs back to center over the spring seats.
It reduces the amount of steering wheel "off center".
Just a few ideas. I'm sure there are more.
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Most importantly, it just looks better. You won't be dog legging down the highway. Before I fixed mine, I could ride the rumble strip w/ my rear tire but not my front.
Remember, if you lifted your jeep w/out an adj track bar and your steering wheel is straight, it won't be any more after you install the correct track bar. Mine was off 180 degrees.
Remember, if you lifted your jeep w/out an adj track bar and your steering wheel is straight, it won't be any more after you install the correct track bar. Mine was off 180 degrees.