I forgot to do an update of the trip! Everything worked perfectly for the most part! I need to figure out a way to either stiffen up my steering or something to make it so my Jeep doesn’t sway so much when driving in the wind. Any ideas are welcome. Also I did not expect to stop for gas as much as I did which makes me want a diesel swap a little more than an LS right now.
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I need to figure out a way to either stiffen up my steering or something to make it so my Jeep doesn’t sway so much when driving in the wind.
Stop and think - we drive lifted bricks! We have totally fucked up what little aerodynamics they came with from the factory by doing what we all do to the damn things. :cheesy: I know exactly what you're talking about - those crosswinds can be brutal. Drove through Wyoming during a storm a couple years ago with 40 mph crosswinds. It's white-knuckle time baby! :shock:
assuming you had your sway bar links still in place?
This is why i like adjusable shocks - i run the rancho 9000's and stiffen them up when loaded for travel to help keep the swaying under control but when loaded it's still a comfortable ride.
IMO the shocks seem better when under a load :idontknow:
This is definitely something to think about, I’m running ranchos 9000 xl’s so I’ll have to stiffen them up and see the difference!
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Going to a long arm kit would help keep it stable at highway speeds to. Mine is going on soon. Others could chime in on how much of a difference it makes. It’s not going to help as much in the strong cross winds. But it keeps the jeep a lot more stable at speed.
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Hydro-Assist made a big difference running 70+mph down the highway. I pull a camper a lot too and it helps with that as well.
Any specific one? I’m definitely interested in upgrading steering/ suspension! I think I also may need ball joints
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Going to a long arm kit would help keep it stable at highway speeds to. Mine is going on soon. Others could chime in on how much of a difference it makes. It’s not going to help as much in the strong cross winds. But it keeps the jeep a lot more stable at speed.
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A long arm suspension makes a big difference in keeping the jeep from wandering at high speeds. I noticed a big improvement when one was installed on my jeep. You may also want to check your caster setting on the front axle. If you have too little positive caster, your steering may feel flighty. Adjusting this measurement back to factory or near factory could help your issue. These adjustments won't turn your jeep into handling like a sports car but they will help overall.
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A long arm suspension makes a big difference in keeping the jeep from wandering at high speeds. I noticed a big improvement when one was installed on my jeep. You may also want to check your caster setting on the front axle. If you have too little positive caster, your steering may feel flighty. Adjusting this measurement back to factory or near factory could help your issue. These adjustments won't turn your jeep into handling like a sports car but they will help overall.
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What long arms do you guys suggest? And what all is needed?
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I usually do most suspension components. Track bars, track bar brackets, control arms, steering links, etc.
https://project-jk.com/jeep-jk-write-ups/jeep-jk-wrangler-torque-settings
This is solid advice. A little squirt of grease in all your zert fittings would not hurt either.
I drove my rig on 37’s from AZ to VA and had no issues. Enjoy the open road!!
^^ This! Well stated.a maintained vehicle doesn't need anything special. just go.
Thanks for all the info guys! I don’t think Long Arms in my near future due to me being a college student and not having $3500 to spare! But it is definitely something I will consider later on!