Rugged ridge tie rod/drag link kit install
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Rugged ridge tie rod/drag link kit install
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Sorry if im using the thread wrong, i'm still getting used to this forum, which has been very helpful, thanks again.
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I don't have the RR set up but I doubt it matters. There should be a right hand and a left hand thread, I like to set mine so when I turn it CW it shortens it and CCW make it longer.(right hand thread on drivers side) That way I remember which way to turn it when I'm adjusting the toe-in or centering the steering wheel.
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I never noticed this on mine!?
I installed it with the long tie rod on the passengers side, would also like to know if there is a difference.
I installed it with the long tie rod on the passengers side, would also like to know if there is a difference.
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I dont remember mine being different lengths. Are you sure ones not just threaded in further than the other? Take them both off and compare.
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#2~1997 TJ 4.0L, Front/Rear ARB lockers.
His pics show they are both different, mine are the same as his.
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I have to look when I get home. Some pics dont show up here at work. Im going off memory. There are some pics in my thread here:
http://www.jeep-cj.com/forums/f98/81-cj-7-laredo-build-18126/index19.html
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I went to four wheel parts they said the long go on the tie rod and short on the drag link......wait these ends are RH/LH thread? im thinking the the lengh difference is to tell which is R or L threads? i put the longer set on the passenger knuckle, i hit the diff alittle but i adjusted that with the stopper bolt on the Knuckle. seems be work great i dont need my dampener and with a heavy duty steering box brace on the way i should handle better then ever!! very happy and confident driving! I paid $136 on amazon free shipping, $240 most places.
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That is just the way the OEM parts they are using were made..........Keep in mind the intended application for those Left & Right hand threaded Tie Rods ends were not for the Jeep your putting them on........the longer end probably needed to be that way to clear something on the original vehicle.
