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96xj
12-02-2009, 07:23 AM
dose anyone know what the caster is surpose to be ? with a 6.5 lift if that helps
Mudderoy
12-02-2009, 10:32 AM
Go get it aligned. That was the best thing I ever did after the lift. Probably saved some wear and tear on my new (expensive) tires.
96xj
12-02-2009, 10:50 AM
do straight axles have a camber cause i don't have them on mine i was just wondering if the previous owner took them out
Mudderoy
12-02-2009, 11:07 AM
do straight axles have a camber cause i don't have them on mine i was just wondering if the previous owner took them out

What do you mean "straight axles"? For a minute there I thought you were talking about a straight axle on a two wheel drive.
96xj
12-02-2009, 11:18 AM
solid axel
Mudderoy
12-02-2009, 11:31 AM
solid axel

Ok I missed one of your posts above. I understand now.
xj4life2
12-02-2009, 05:14 PM
a simple toe set is all you normally need generally 1/8" in, castor is adjusted slightly by the lower ctl arms camber can only be adjusted with the ball joints. Lifted and stock should be the same if done correctly.
96xj
12-02-2009, 08:10 PM
a simple toe set is all you normally need generally 1/8" in, castor is adjusted slightly by the lower ctl arms camber can only be adjusted with the ball joints. Lifted and stock should be the same if done correctly.

when you say "in" is that 1/8 in on the front ? or the rear , i have no ball joints im running the iron rock OTK they come with heim joints
xj4life2
12-03-2009, 10:33 AM
You do have ball joints they hold the knuckle to the C's Your OTK is just the tie rod and drag link set up. Yes you want 1/8" in in the front there is no adjustment to the rear.
96xj
12-03-2009, 10:40 AM
You do have ball joints they hold the knuckle to the C's Your OTK is just the tie rod and drag link set up. Yes you want 1/8" in in the front there is no adjustment to the rear.

OK then where is my adjustment i dont see one is that something that i can add ?
BlueXJ
12-03-2009, 10:44 AM
Toe in vs toe out, all measured in the front of the axle. 1/8" is the recommended setting per Bear Alignment charts. (I called my neighbor who runs an alignment shop)
xj4life2
12-03-2009, 10:50 AM
There is no adjustment persay. You must remove the ball joint(s) and re install adjustable ones that allow you to change the camber. First you need to see what degree you are out then adjsut the ball joint accordingly. Here's a link you can read this may help http://www.madxj.com/MADXJ/technical/technicalfiles/ARadjustableBallJoints/adjustableballjoints.htm
BlueXJ
12-03-2009, 10:53 AM
Balljoints are available in predetermined degree settings. I have not been able to locate "adjustable" balljoints for a D30 either online or locally.
96xj
12-03-2009, 10:58 AM
Balljoints are available in predetermined degree settings. I have not been able to locate "adjustable" balljoints for a D30 either online or locally.

no i really havent look that much
xj4life2
12-03-2009, 11:48 AM
Balljoints are available in predetermined degree settings. I have not been able to locate "adjustable" balljoints for a D30 either online or locally.

Hey Blue , try Stempf thier back east but do carry them and very reasonable , their part number is 44-2490 that a 0 to 1.75 deg. fits all cherokees 84-01
BlueXJ
12-03-2009, 12:18 PM
Hey Blue , try Stempf thier back east but do carry them and very reasonable , their part number is 44-2490 that a 0 to 1.75 deg. fits all cherokees 84-01

Thanks I have never even heard of them before. I will bookmark their site when I get a chance to look them up.
I was just looking at name brands like Moog and NAPA.