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Old 11-09-2012 | 01:08 PM
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Just out of curiosity what tires are you running? And what pressure are you running in them?

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Old 11-09-2012 | 02:03 PM
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I had a similar issue when I first installed my 35's. Tire shop aired them up to 40psi, dropped them down to 28psi and it made things much better.
I also have a 2012, and found that my toe measurement was way off from the factory. Adjusting that back to within spec and the tire pressure made the biggest difference for my situation.
Old 11-09-2012 | 02:21 PM
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35" Goodyear MT/R w/ kevlar. They were at 28 PSI when I checked them about two weeks ago. It probably wouldn't hurt to check them again.
Old 11-09-2012 | 02:28 PM
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Don't thread the nylon nut on then use it to clean the threads. They are a one time use nut. Just use a standard nut for that job.
Old 11-17-2012 | 01:26 AM
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I haven't ordered my bolt kit yet, and I probably won't. I try to check every aftermarket part for tightness every oil change, so as long as I keep that up I shouldn't need the kit.

I took the Jeep back to the alignment shop, they drove it and said it was definitely unacceptable. I was told he increased the toe in, and now it drives as it should. Heads up to fellow Jeepers; make sure when you get your Jeep aligned (or you do it yourself) you toe it in a little (1/8" I believe)
Old 11-17-2012 | 02:37 AM
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I run 1/8" of toe-in with 37"s. I set it when I put my lift on. It's simple to check and adjust.

http://project-jk.com/jeep-jk-write-...-end-alignment
Old 11-17-2012 | 06:15 AM
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I have the MTR's. they are notorious for getting out of balance frequently. I had a shimmy at 45-50, now it's at 55 only. I'm stepping up to Toyo MT 37's in 2 weeks!




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