Something is pulling my axel to the driver side
Had my 01 xj (3in lift) on the lift today and noticed on my passenger side shock, spring, and lower control arm were all in line and even, but on my driver side they all seem to be pulled outwards, and when you look at the wheels, the driver side is out about .5 inches more than the passenger side. Does anyone have any advice for me? Pictures attached. Thanks.
Also, I already plan on getting an alignment soon regardless
Also, I already plan on getting an alignment soon regardless
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From: Chico, CA
Year: 1986
Model: Cherokee
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It is the nature of the beast with four link and track bar suspensions. A little basic geometry will tell you as the axle end rotates, the end of it will move in a circle if you move it far enough. What matters if the track bar is adjusted right so the axle is centered with the weight of the vehicle on it.
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I fabbed a strech on extension shrink on compression track bar . Only bad thing is its a double spring loaded deal, i get some mean death wobble if i hit a bump just right. A real tank slapper for sure.
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You won't be able to get away from that. Like 4.3L XJ said, its a result of the suspension geometry. At 3" of lift, you may want to invest in an adjustable track bar to set the axle centered under the rig while at ride height.
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