To replace track bar or not to

[homebrew]

Currently running a 2.5 rough country lift on my rubi. Initially I had the alignment checked and it was still within specs( near the end of them however) it wandered pretty bad. I added adjustable lca’s and that helped a lot. No DW at all. Wondering is there any benifit to be had by installing an adjustable track bar other than centering the axle? I’m shopping right now and have one in my basket, wondering if it’s worth it or money better spent somewhere else?

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[OffRoadWarehouse]

If your track bar wears out and you plan to go bigger, then definitely throw on an adjustable trackbar, but at your height, and even with wheeling, the trackbar wont be necessary.

 

[stino]

I'm far from an expert, but I can say anecdotally that I noticed a significant difference when installed an adjustable trackbar with my 2.5" lift. Tracked a lot better and felt more composed. It's a must-do for me

 

[mdallas]

Get some massive ones like RK . Recentering is one thing but the whole feel of the steering and ride will be better. These thing weigh about 5x the OEM track bars.

 

[plex]

Just keep in mind, with the Wrangler design you will never get "true" centered body and axle relationship, regardless how you adjust your track bar.

On the other hand, most aftermarket track bar come with better bushings which will help mitigate some steering issues but not all.

 

[drdriller]

Can you just bolt on a new trackbar like a steering stabilizer?

 

[plex]

Can you just bolt on a new trackbar like a steering stabilizer?

Yes you can, although some aftermarket track bars require a little bit of drilling to enlarge the mounting bracket on the axle side.

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