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Old 09-30-2013, 06:22 AM
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is a drop pitman arm ok for restoring tre angle in a high lift xj? I have used them through the years in other rigs with no problems.I am looking for bind relief at full drop of suspension with a claton long arm kit. stock steering right now. Dean
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It'll help but you better add a track bar and mount for the drop or it can bump steer like a mad man.
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already done but thanks
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How high of a lift are we talking about?
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How high of a lift are we talking about?
re 4.5 coils up front with 1 and 1/4 spacers for now, and re 3.5 leafs with re boomerang shackles out back, about 5.5-6inch overall
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thanks for the help henry.
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