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Old Mar 31, 2022 | 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by morehouse7
If the new track bar wasn't adjusted to the exact same length as the one taken off it would shift it. Keep in mind the axle may have not been exactly centered to begin with. If the truck is tracking straight like you say it is you just need to center the axle by adjusting the track bar and then straighten the steering wheel by adjusting the drag link.
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Old Mar 31, 2022 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by kylant
yes, unless the trackbar length is exactly the same length as the factory
Supposedly it was but I might have to do other stuff like 5hr tie rod ends so if the suspension check finds a problem fine. If not I may be having to adjust it and have it torqued down again.
 
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