Rough Country 1063 User Manual
92106300
97– 06 TJ FRONT TRACK BAR BRACKET
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your Jeep off road needs.
Please read all the instructions before beginning the installation.
PRODUCT USE INFORMATION
We will be happy to answer any questions regarding our products by calling us @ 800-222-7023. Rough Country
will not be responsible for any product that is altered. This kit designed for use with a 4” kit. Use with any
other kit WILL require an adjustable track rod. This kit will not work on a non lifted vehicle.
KIT CONTENTS
1-TRACK ROD BRACKET
1-POLY BAG CONTAINING
2-1/2” X 3 1/2” BOLT
3-1/2” NUT
5-1/2 WASHER
2-SLEEVES
TOOLS NEEDED
17/32 DRILL BIT
29/32” DRILL BIT
DRILL MOTOR
18MM SOCKET
19MM SOCKET
PLEASE NOTE A EXTENDED PITMAN ARM IS RECOMMENDED WHEN INSTALLING THIS KIT TO
ENSURE THE VEHICLE DOES NOT DEVELOP BUMPSTEER. PART #6605 IS AVAILABLE FROM YOUR
ROUGH COUNTRY DEALER. PLEASE CALL 1-800-222-7023 FOR DETAILS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the track rod from the frame using a 18mm wrench.
2. Install the track rod bracket as shown in the stock track rod mount and secure in the mount using the supplied 1/2” lock nut. Make sure the bracket is flat against the frame. Snug but do not fully tighten at this time.
Photo 1.
3. Using the bracket as a guide, mark and drill the two side holes through the inner and outer frame as shown
in Photo 2 using a 17/32” drill bit. Make sure to keep the drill level when drilling.
PHOTO 1 PHOTO 2
PLACE BRACKET ON FRAME AND ON MOUNT DRILL FRAME USING A 17/32” DRILL BIT
4. Remove the bracket and enlarge the outside holes using a 29/32” bit. . See Photo 3.
5. Install the supplied crush sleeves as shown in Photo 4 and reinstall the bracket.
PHOTO 3
ENLARGE OUTSIDE HOLES USING A 29/32” BIT INSERT SLEEVES IN FRAME
6. Secure to the frame using the supplied 1/2” x 3 1/2” bolts, washers and nuts & 1/2” x 1 3/4” bolts, washe rs &
nuts. Tighten the 1/2” x 1 3/4” bolts to 65ft/lbs with a 19mm socket and the 1/2” x 2 3 1/2’ bolts using a
19mm wrench /socket to 80ft/lbs. See Photo 5.
7. Install the track rod in the new frame mount with the factory hardware. See Photo 6.
PHOTO 5
PHOTO 4
PHOTO 6
SECURE WITH SUPPLIED 1/2” X 3 1/2” BOLTS
8. Bend the cotter pin to secure the tie rod nut in
mount. See Photo 7.
INSTALL BAR AND INSTALL COTTER PIN
PHOTO 7
BEND COTTER PIN TO SECURE
POST INSTALLATION
1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure there is adequate clearance between all rotating,
mobile, fixed and heated members. Check steering for interference and proper working order.
2. Re torque all fasteners after 500 miles. Visually inspect components and re torque fasteners during routine
vehicle service.
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