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Old 08-21-2012, 08:49 PM
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so i just bought a set of axles that came with 1 ton steering so the stabalizer bracket was cut off, which i thought was to clear the 1 ton steering but i was looking at kits online to try n figure out what brand it was and i noticed no companys run a stabalizer with the 1 ton steering. my question is why? what makes it so that with this set up a stabalizer isnt needed? i know a stabalizer is basically a band aid to steering issues but i always see them run on stock to upgraded steering as long as the drag link still connects to the axle itself and the tie rod connects to the drag link. is that the answer to my question right there? thanks
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You dont need one. They are there to mask up imperfections. A well setup front end doesnt need a stabilizer.
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You dont need one. They are there to mask up imperfections. A well setup front end doesnt need a stabilizer.
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Can't phrase it any better than this.
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so you guys are saying it being an otk 1 ton set up vs say the grand cherokee v8 upgrade has no impact at all? as long as everything is correctly setup/installed/working order then you shouldnt need one?
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ok, if after putting the new axles in if i run into some vibs or dw i will be revisiting this thread as to what i should look for or if i should just add a stabalizer. thanks everyone.
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I believe summit racing sells a universal kit. I'm not sure what all is included, though.
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what front axle do you have?
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I believe summit racing sells a universal kit. I'm not sure what all is included, though.
i know serious offroad sells a kit. ill call him if need be or just take a shock perch off a rear axle n modify that.
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what front axle do you have?
D30 hp with 4.56 gears and an aussie locker.
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Not sure what frank has, but i was talking about the universal stabilizer mount.
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D30 hp with 4.56 gears and an aussie locker.
gotcha, reason i asked cause i didnt know if you were gonna run a drag link that attaches to the tie rod which is set up for dana 30 or if you had a one ton on the front or something.
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Originally Posted by Gee oh Dee
Not sure what frank has, but i was talking about the universal stabilizer mount.
got a link for the universale one?
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http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=92050
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thanks frank! i will be letting you know if i need one of these within the next week or two.


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