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Old 08-27-2013, 05:35 PM
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Hey guys what's the best track bar to get for my 97 Cherokee, it has a 3 inch lift on it
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Iron rock offroad double shear.
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Clayton. It's tube, not solid stock. Only thing better, build your own.
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IRO, Clayton, RK


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anything double shear is a must, a solid joint on both ends is nice too. a rubber bushing on one end will allow a little sideways motion in the axle.

the stock single shear set ups are a joke when you start adding lift and tires like we all do
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I love my Clayton track bar. I recommend..
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Originally Posted by Barrelmaker
Iron rock offroad double shear.
with the IRO track bar is it a direct bolt on or do I have to do some mods?
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Originally Posted by chasingSKYLINES
with the IRO track bar is it a direct bolt on or do I have to do some mods?
Direct bolt on
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Originally Posted by 94XjSport94
Direct bolt on
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I have the Clayton HD track bar, it uses 9/16" bolt on the frame and axle side so not only is it tube and stronger then solid stock but it's also stronger then the small factory bolts
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Tube is stronger than solid stock?

Weight for weight it is, but diameter to diameter solid is stronger, and heavier.

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Originally Posted by rawk krawler
Tube is stronger than solid stock?

Weight for weight it is, but diameter to diameter solid is stronger, and heavier.
Gonna still go with tube. Why add the extra weight if you don't have to? Why are cages tube?
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to answer your question, i think its because of the need to be mandrel bent and still retain toughness.

i think..
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I have the IRO one. It's strong, beefy, and very well made. You won't be disappointed.
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Rubicon Express makes a good one too. Stay away from Rusty's and Rough Country though.
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