How can I fix my front axle being off-center?

Wow, I'm a dummy. Didn't even consider that the stock location could be better. I just assumed it didn't move it over enough. Do I need to put the axle on jack stands to move the track bar back over? Or can I do it under its own weight?
 
BCB75 said:
Wow, I'm a dummy. Didn't even consider that the stock location could be better. I just assumed it didn't move it over enough. Do I need to put the axle on jack stands to move the track bar back over? Or can I do it under its own weight?
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I like to get a helper to hold the steering wheel. Key in ignition to unlock the column and have them turn the steering wheel just a hair until you can slide that bolt out. Have them turn it a bit more to move the track bar to the hole you want and then slide the bolt back in while they are still holding the steering wheel in place.
 
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But it's too far toward the passenger side, about an inch. Wouldn't moving it back toward that side help?
 
Thanks for the help guys! I shifted it back over and it's pretty much perfect now. Measured with a level from various points on the fender and from the upper spring perch and it's within a couple mm if not perfect.
 
Oh, and not sure if this is "correct" or not, but now the steering wheel if off by like 90 degrees? I know I can adjust it, but was that supposed to happen?
 
BCB75 said:
Oh, and not sure if this is "correct" or not, but now the steering wheel if off by like 90 degrees? I know I can adjust it, but was that supposed to happen?
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Yes that's normal and easily fixed. Just adjust the short sleeve circled in red below on the drag link to recenter your steering wheel. A little bit of a turn is all that's needed. IIRC correctly you'll need to rotate the sleeve so its front moves upward which will shorten the drag link.

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Awesome, thanks again! Still gonna look into the adjustable bar, just not as much of a hurry now.
 
Wheel is straight again, axle is centered. And as a nice surprise, the squeaks I was investigating seem to be gone. Thanks to all for your help
 
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