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I did a custom taboo repair on the front frame where the gear box attaches. I put a mag bas on the frame where the three bolts hold the steering gear. The other side has a dial indicator. When I crank the wheel, engine on, tires on the ground, I measure .03” movement. I am guessing the frame...

Any other ideas? Sell the Jeep?

Hi, No wheel offset or spacer. Factory 15” rim with 31” tire. Should I lift the front end and repeat the video? I had to do a plate repair on the front end behind the steering gear. I am questioning if I need a gusset on the outside of the frame behind the steering gear to resist deflection of...

Here is the other side of the track bar. Is it possible just frame flex? Does it need some gusset to stiffen it?

My camera is sitting on the floor, engine on, wheels on the ground, moving the steering back and forth. The track bar to axle doesn’t show movement but the axle is moving. I am so confused. Thanks for any help or ideas.

Hello, I have a 2000 that has tj and the axle moves sideways while cranking the wheel. I have a brand new track bar. It doesn’t have movement. The bushing at the axle is good and snug. My ball joints are all tight. I see the motion most pronounced at the upper control arm axle side. Where would...