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Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:24 PM
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Go buy the v8 zj tie rods new with the adjusting sleeve.

New "bushings" for tie rod ends are just dust boots.

If you need a new drag link, I'd get a new one unless you find a really nice one at the jy, same for zj tre
Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
Go buy the v8 zj tie rods new with the adjusting sleeve.

New "bushings" for tie rod ends are just dust boots.

If you need a new drag link, I'd get a new one unless you find a really nice one at the jy, same for zj tre
so use new V8 ZJ tie rods ends with adjusting sleeves and new boots. and a new draglink...got it.
Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:29 PM
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No boots new ones will have them.
Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
No boots new ones will have them.
ok. get them at a parts store or order online for better quality?
Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by a_shirey

ok. get them at a parts store or order online for better quality?
Get Moog.
Old Nov 5, 2012 | 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Get Moog.
ok. thanks.
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8.25?

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Old Nov 6, 2012 | 02:49 PM
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8.25?
I think so, looks like mine. 8.25 has that flat bottom on the front side.
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I think so, looks like mine. 8.25 has that flat bottom on the front side.
Yea, I just couldn't tell from the pic
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8.25?
Yup
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Yup
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So the front pasenger side sits 1.5" lower than the driver side. Thought suspension was shot. So I installed some new coil springs and shocks today. Didn't make a difference still sits 1.5" off

Anyone have any ideas what it could be
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So the front pasenger side sits 1.5" lower than the driver side. Thought suspension was shot. So I installed some new coil springs and shocks today. Didn't make a difference still sits 1.5" off

Anyone have any ideas what it could be
How are the coil mounts top and bottom?
Old Nov 6, 2012 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 94xjohio
So the front pasenger side sits 1.5" lower than the driver side. Thought suspension was shot. So I installed some new coil springs and shocks today. Didn't make a difference still sits 1.5" off

Anyone have any ideas what it could be
Have your chubby girlfriend ride in the back seat on the driver side. Over time it will even out the sag she caused. jk :-)
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When replacing a renix exhaust manifold for a OE style replacement what is better Stainless steel or Cast iron? Iv seen both for around the same price.



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