Destroyed front LCA brackets. But what else?

[X-rayThis21]

I’m planning to do the repairs myself so please take a look and let me know your thoughts!
- cut off the factory LCA brackets and replace them.
- drag link is bent. Can it be repaired?
- track bar?
- tie rod?
- shocks. What else do you guys see?
Any advice is greatly appreciated. And if you have some parts laying around to sell cheap or donate I’ll sing at your wedding or cry at the funeral!

 

[OverlanderJK]

Those Jack stands are the sketchiest thing I’ve seen in a while. Safety third.

 

[X-rayThis21]

Those Jack stands are the sketchiest thing I’ve seen in a while. Safety third.

It was a time crunch LOL they’re being replaced. Besides, necessity is the father of all inventions... so I used what I had. Thanks for the call out though captain obvious.

 

[WJCO]

I 2nd the jack stands. Very concerning that you're ok working under this thing like that.

 

[OverlanderJK]

I 2nd the jack stands. Very concerning that you're ok working under this thing like that.

Thanks captain obvious.

 

[X-rayThis21]

I haven’t been under it. It was done only to get a look at what I am working with. I won’t go under it before I can get my stands from storage. Scouts honor.

 

[ScottofKSU]

I didn't see anything else that looks amiss from the pictures... Sorry about your troubles!

 

[MericaMade]

I’m planning to do the repairs myself so please take a look and let me know your thoughts!
- cut off the factory LCA brackets and replace them.
- drag link is bent. Can it be repaired?
- track bar?
- tie rod?
- shocks. What else do you guys see?
Any advice is greatly appreciated. And if you have some parts laying around to sell cheap or donate I’ll sing at your wedding or cry at the funeral!

How did this all happen?

Draglink in trash buy a new one and I would just replace the trackbar and tie rod while I was at it.

Shocks I would replace with King, Fox, or Rancho.

 

[X-rayThis21]

Thanks buddy

I didn't see anything else that looks amiss from the pictures... Sorry about your troubles!

 

[Primo82]

How did this all happen?

Draglink in trash buy a new one and I would just replace the trackbar and tie rod while I was at it.

Shocks I would replace with King, Fox, or Rancho.

It looks like someone launched it to me. I'd be curious to know what caused this damage! And would love to see vidoes of the fuckery too!

 

[X-rayThis21]

Wreck. I’m afraid to look at the video.

 

[Primo82]

Wreck. I’m afraid to look at the video.

Sorry, didn't mean to bring up any painful memories. Looked like it landed hard based on the damage, so thought someone may have launched it. Good luck with repairs.

 

[X-rayThis21]

Sorry, didn't mean to bring up any painful memories. Looked like it landed hard based on the damage, so thought someone may have launched it. Good luck with repairs.

Thanks

 

[X-rayThis21]

So, I’m looking at drag, sway, tie rod and brackets. Any leads on the best place to shop for the most affordable but reliable parts?

 

[WJCO]

So, I’m looking at drag, sway, tie rod and brackets. Any leads on the best place to shop for the most affordable but reliable parts?

Amazon is usually pretty competitive. And if you use this the link below, anything you buy helps support the forum as well. And even if a part isn't listed, just by clicking that link first, anything else you find on Amazon will still help support the forum :

Are You an AMAZON Shopper?

If you're anything like me and shop for your Jeep parts and accessories on Amazon or really, just about everything like tools, shoes, cookware or what have you, Cindy and I would be grateful if you could please begin your search for what you're looking for by clicking on the link below...

www.wayalife.com

https://www.amazon.com/shop/wayalife?tag=wayalifeparts-20

 

[X-rayThis21]

Amazon is usually pretty competitive. And if you use this the link below, anything you buy helps support the forum as well. And even if a part isn't listed, just by clicking that link first, anything else you find on Amazon will still help support the forum :

Are You an AMAZON Shopper?

If you're anything like me and shop for your Jeep parts and accessories on Amazon or really, just about everything like tools, shoes, cookware or what have you, Cindy and I would be grateful if you could please begin your search for what you're looking for by clicking on the link below...

www.wayalife.com

https://www.amazon.com/shop/wayalife?tag=wayalifeparts-20

that works for me. I have Prime so the two day shipping will be good too. Thanks

 

[ScottofKSU]

Where are you located? I have a stock draglink and tierod i would gladly give you! That said, I just installed a Yeti draglink and a synergy tierod and am amazed at how much beefier these components are versus the stock ones! Personally, I would probably get a Yeti draglink and tierod... I "inherited" the tierod when I purchased my Rubi takeoffs and felt no need to upgrade it to what I feel is only a somewhat better product from Steer Smarts in the Yeti. Another thought I just had, have you checked to see if your axle is still straight?

Also, thanks to WJCO for sharing the link! I buy a TON of stuff off of Amazon and will gladly use this link to help a forum that has ALWAYS helped me!

 

[X-rayThis21]

I’m in north Louisiana but I’ll pay for shipping! That would be great! I’m going to upgrade all the components as budget allows. But I do appreciate the pointers towards the best pieces.
as best I can tell, the axle is good. But it’ll be checked once I get it out. Praying for no damage.
send me an email at hoganrichard@icloud.com to talk more about the parts!

 

[ScottofKSU]

Fingers crossed, brother, for no more damage! I will take some pictures tonight and send them to your email. I wish we would have had this conversation last week as I have a friend who left Friday for New Orleans!

 

[X-rayThis21]

Fingers crossed, brother, for no more damage! I will take some pictures tonight and send them to your email. I wish we would have had this conversation last week as I have a friend who left Friday for New Orleans!

That would’ve been convenient! Hell, I may have to bring some of the Cajun cookin up your way after the repairs are done