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Old 07-09-2009, 06:57 PM
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Here's an idea. I'm thinking of making an adjustable track bar for my lifted XJ. My wife is getting really mad at me spending money so as a money saving alternative I was thinking of fabbing my own adjustable track bar. I want to get a donor from the jy and making it longer and adding a joint at the end that is adjustable. I have the basic concept on how I want it to look(adding on to the passenger side). All I need is the length from someone who has a RC 4.5 lift. Also, before I take on this project, is the stock track bar hollow or solid? Help is greatly appreciated.
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pretty sure thier solid bro. a hollow T-bar wouldn't be to good lol solids a good guess, but wait for someone my eduacated to reply before you fav your own
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I just broke one in half...there solid.
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well thanks for the info, sorry for your misfortune.

So what do you guys think. is it do'able
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Rough country has one for $100...

with something so important.. i wouldnt be fabbing one...

now.. take your stock springs, stretch them out for a few inches of lift.. that will save money!
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You never know till you try. I would try. Never hurts to try something new
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Originally Posted by double_ot_xj
My WIFE is getting really mad at me spending money so as a money saving alternative I was thinking of fabbing my own adjustable track bar.
if i can save some money and keep her happy, im golden. she would flip her pregnant lid at $100
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With the right size ID and plug welding you will be fine, as long as you have good welding skills-or have a good welding shop to do the work for you!
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does anyone have a straight line length from end to end that i can use. the stock one is about 31 inches.
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