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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 02:07 PM
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so i have no idea what this part is (outlined in red in the attachment), ive looked at a bunch of suspension set ups trying to figure it out but nada.

also.. if its an important part, does anyone know the part numbers for the bracket/mount/bushing type things that are outlined in green? they are cracked near in half so if this is something important for the suspension ill be replacing those asap lol

thanks for lookin! hope its not something really obvious
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 02:11 PM
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Sway bar. I would keep it for when on the street, and install disconnects for when OFF.
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 02:19 PM
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Yep sway bar.. And like said above( I would keep it for when on the street, and install disconnects for when OFF) here is some info http://www.lunghd.com/Tech_Articles/Suspension_Steering_Axles_and_Brakes/No_Front_Swaybar.htm

Here are bushings for a sway bar

http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/251276545114?lpid=82

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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by 93gc40
Sway bar. I would keep it for when on the street, and install disconnects for when OFF.
thanks for the help/advice, any opinions on the best disconnects? i mean im sure i coud just run with it on without an issue because i dont do anything intense but i am upgrading my steering to 1-ton for more peace of mind when the kiddos are with me so im trying to beef up everything

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Yep sway bar.. And like said above( I would keep it for when on the street, and install disconnects for when OFF) here is some info http://www.lunghd.com/Tech_Articles/Suspension_Steering_Axles_and_Brakes/No_Front_Swaybar.htm

Here are bushings for a sway bar

Front 25mm Polyurethane Sway Bar Bushing Set 1984 1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ | eBay
Noted! will be replacing asap! thank you!
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 08:15 PM
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Keep in mind XJs came with several different sizes of sway bars so you'll need to measure yours before you buy new bushings.
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 08:27 PM
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Sway bar. When I did mine I bought a kit like this off of ebay. http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...FS9p7Aod71oADg Tip: Put some grease in the two bushings that go underneath the frame rails so that they don't squeak.

If you have a rear sway bar (some xjs don't) just take it off and scrap it.
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 10:03 PM
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Check this out.
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Old Mar 23, 2014 | 10:43 PM
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JKS quicker disconnects are top notch.
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Old Mar 24, 2014 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
Check this out.
I have that photo saved which is why I didn't think the part I was referencing was the sway bar lol
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Old Mar 24, 2014 | 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by XJmike0122
JKS quicker disconnects are top notch.
Yeah I saw those definitely added to the to do list. Doing so much to turn this old renix into a swanky 4x4 my head is spinning and my wallet crying lately xD having serious off road put one of his 1ton steering systems in next paycheck. Can't wait! Next will be figuring out why my suspension is so stiff -.- I have fun bouncing around sometimes but its somewhat rediculous at times. Probably just because its a newer lift but who knows
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