Adjustable Trac Bar Install

[broncosam]

Getting ready to put my front suspension back together, 3.5 inch lift. I have an adjustable trac bar along with a trac bar lowering bracket. Am I going to need both? I have done a search on this subject and it seems there are a lot of different answers and it seems too that it depends on the individual Bronco. Some need both, some don't. Also wanting to know if there is a "best/simple" way to measure and get the front axle centered under the frame so that it tracks with the rear. Would like to get this a close as possible before taking it to the alignment shop. Thanks

 

[DirtDonk]

You rarely absolutely need both, but you often find that both are helpful. That along with the difference in Broncos is exactly why you never see one absolute answer to this and many other questions.

The drop bracket is most important because it not only pushes the axle mostly in the correct direction, but also corrects the angle of the trackbar. And in most cases you will absolutely want to use a dropped Pitman Arm to match the trackbar drop bracket.
Unless you have made other changes to the steering system?

The addition of a adjustable track bar can be put off until after your check, or it can be done at the same time to help with other aspects.
One is that it will help you fine-tune any inconsistencies in your left to right positioning. And two is it’s ability to twist the upper eye to let you more easily line up the track bar with your new twisted angle from the lift springs.
The only other things that correct that misalignment are C-bushings, radius arm drop brackets, or custom radius arms.
But only the adjustable track bar let you line it up perfectly.

 

[savage]

For me, after lifting like Paul said it's nice to have the ability to change the end angle and to fine tune left or right for centering the axle. I've notice when it comes to lifting the height of the lift seems to be higher at first but should settle. In my case with no top or doors, I got 4.5 inches out of my 3.5 coils.

 

[sprdv1]

For me, after lifting like Paul said it's nice to have the ability to change the end angle and to fine tune left or right for centering the axle. I've notice when it comes to lifting the height of the lift seems to be higher at first but should settle. In my case with no top or doors, I got 4.5 inches out of my 3.5 coils.

Agreed.. post up pics, findings as you do it and if you come across any issues

 

[broncosam]

Thanks guys, along with the new 3.5 inch springs, I have and am installing a set of T-Rex arms, all new urethane bushings, a drop pitman arm, front shock hoops, new steering stabilizer and the trac bar drop bracket along with the adjustable trac bar. While I have not purchased any shocks yet I am leaning towards the 5100 series Bilsteins, one at each corner. I have checked everything else out, the steering linkage all seems to be in good shape, no slop in it, my front ball joints seem to be good, and I could find no issues with the steering box.