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Old 03-22-2015, 12:07 AM
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Ok so i just put a different axle housing under slug and noticed that my steering control arms were slightly bent and the tie rods are needing replaced. So figured I had better start looking at upgrade options. Whats out there? that will upgrade my steering system but allows me to keep my stock knuckles. I have heard about the WJ arms but dont want to scour jy for used parts that may need replaced.

Its a 91 XJ with a 92 non disco housing. I have an after market track bar and just got a new steering stab. running 33s but will upgrade to 35s when i buy tires again.
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If you go wj you will have to change the track bar and its mount.The bolt on one is from a zj v8 but going 35s i would look aftermarket like http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...-Steering-Kits http://www.jcroffroad.com/category/STR.html http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch...egory_Code=XST or currie has a kit also.
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I'm still running the ZJ setup on mine and running 33x12:50x15" and 35x12:50x15" on beadlocks on some trails no issues so far have had good luck and direct bolt-in.
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How much lift do you have? An OTK setup will probably be what you want.
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I like the setup from Serious Offroad.
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I have about 6.25 of lift. Correct me if I am wrong but with an OTK won't I have to change the knuckles? Or drill them?

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Drill and relocate the track bar mount on the axle
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I'm running the IRO over the knuckle. No need to move the track bar with the iro setup and it bolts on. So far its been a good up grade.
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New product from B Lee Offroad....real nice setup and great price as well.


https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f10/b-...2/#post3059326
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Originally Posted by Carnutcertifies
I have about 6.25 of lift. Correct me if I am wrong but with an OTK won't I have to change the knuckles? Or drill them?
Read the ad, it should answer your questions.
http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ath=1231_2092&
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I went with serious OTK. I love it.
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Is that the JKS Track bar mount? What is your track bar and frame side based off of?
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Yes, it is the JKS bracket, it is also a JKS DIY track bar. With a Rubicon express frameside mount.
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thanks man. Sounds like your happy with it? No bump steer?
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Nope, I did get a 1" drop pitman arm to make everything exactly parallel.


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