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Old 02-23-2011, 07:26 PM
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My Jeep has really poor handling since I put the lift on and I think my passenger tire is like going inward, the thing is I have stock upper control arms can this be the problem?Plz help asap
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6" is waaaay too high for stock upper or lower arms. Get some new upper arms and a good alignment.
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Ok could that be the problem with tthe steering being so bad and the tire going in
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Can I get a link for the proper upper arms, I'm running the same setup pretty much.
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Alignment will fix the tire and the right arms will fix steering issues. Adjustable would be best.
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Personally, I love Andy's stuff. I have uppers and lowers and they are tough as hell. Plus he's a forum supporter, in addition to being an awesome guy with fantastic customer service. Best prices for what you get by far..

http://www.ironman4x4fab.com/XJ_Inventory.html
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thanks I'll be buying a tie rod and upper/lower arms from him to hopefully correct my problem.
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You definitely need an alignment though, if you haven't had one since putting a 6" lift on.....my 3" lift had my toe so out of whack, I can't imagine how bad yours is with a 6".
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