Need help with next steering upgrade

[ChaosJeep]

Just finished my install of Mopar LCA. I put on a rubicon take off suspension plus teraflex 1.5” spacers. Still have a little bit of steering wonder. Constantly making adjustments. What would be my next steering upgrade to get it tracking straight.

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[limeade]

Your issue is still lack of caster. If you would've just done the Rubi suspension, your caster would probably be around 6 degrees, which is good. Now that you've added another 1.5" of lift, your caster is probably closer to 4.5 to 5 degrees.

If I were you, it's time for adjustable front lower control arms, you have now exceeded what the Mopar arms can provide you. It doesn't matter what other steering upgrades you add at this point, you'll have that wandering until you add more caster.

Your next steering upgrades should be prioritized based upon tire size and intended usage of your Jeep. While not a "steering" part, I'd add an adjustable front track bar and either an adjustable rear track bar or rear track bar relocation bracket next. With about an extra 3" of lift, your axles definitely are not centered. Get your suspension working correctly first (through the track bars and at least front adj. LCA's). The rest of your stock arms are at their limits also. You'll find the ride will be better (and it will flex much better) if you replace the rest of your control arms too. When you have your suspension where you want, then decided what you want out of your steering system.

You'll find aftermarket tie rods and drag links are pricey, so if you're not running 37"+ tires, you might not really need the heavier duty parts. But tie rod and drag link are the next obvious steps. A front track bar brace is also popular (I have it and really like it).

Once you start lifting a Jeep, it's a domino effect in that there's a lot of other parts affected and not included in most lift kits. Especially if you want your Jeep to handle/steer well.

 

[ChaosJeep]

What kind of bracket did you get for the track bar. I do plan on getting adjustable LCA and track bar soon. Going to be running 35’s (285/75/18).

 

[limeade]

What kind of bracket did you get for the track bar. I do plan on getting adjustable LCA and track bar soon. Going to be running 35’s (285/75/18).

For the rear, I'm using the Rock Krawler relocation bracket (came with the lift kit).

For the front, I have the Synergy track bar/sector shaft brace. Mine installed easy and have had zero problems with it.

 

[ChaosJeep]

Ordered some adjustable LCA teraflex alpine. I’ll get those on and sell the Mopar LCA

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