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Old 04-02-2020, 02:17 PM #1
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Steering weird after lift and alignment

Hey everyone!

So I am hoping to get some input on my rig. I installed the Bilstein 6112 at the highest setting and netted about 2.5" after the most current alignment.

I also installed Dirt King UCA's

The alignment tech is a friend so he tried to dial it in per the specs I gave him- mainly that I wanted as much caster as possible while keeping everything else in spec..

I am running Nitto RG's in a 285 70 17 on Icon compression 8.5 wheels with 0 backspace..

Currently I have Icon rear 2.0 shocks and 52700 rear springs installed- but am switching to dobinson medium load since I have too much sag after I loaded up all my gear..

anyhoo- here is where I am needing input. The steering feels somewhat darty especially in rutted roads. Just kind of unpredictable unless the road is perfectly smooth and there is no wind.

It almost feels like the sway bars are fighting themselves- which leads me to wonder if I need need to install aftermarket end links or address them in some other way.

Has anyone else had the same issue? Look over my alignment specs and see what ya'll think
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If you're sagging in the end, your weight distribution may be all jacked up.
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If you're sagging in the end, your weight distribution may be all jacked up.

Thats a good point- my frame is about a half inch lower in the back right now..
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My steering felt a little off after lifting my 4Runner as well....put a set of Kings on and during the install I noticed my rear sway bar links were angled towards the rear. I knew they needed to be replaced because of torn boots but did some research and found that even with lift kits you’ll still need to consider replacing your sway bar links with aftermarket sway bar links to get the feel good articulation you’re looking for. I noticed my cross axle flex felt rather shallow and cornering center of gravity felt high compared to what I though would be normal. I got a full set from a member (mike) that makes asjustable links, and the articulation now matches my suspension lift. Can really tell while fully loaded, and cornering feels way more grounded. My two cents, but hope it helps some....also noticed you’re going with dobinson rear springs, and I know they have some rear adjustable links. They could shed some light on the issue. Anywho, links to the adjustable links mike makes and sells below.

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