On my '96 XJ I installed a Borla header. I have a 4" lift that makes the drive shaft up front move towards the motor and drive shaft when I depress the driver side front wheel. Is there anything I can do to make it move less or am I doomed to putting a dent in the header to make it clear, hence voiding my warranty on the header.
Would a long arm lift prevent this. Sorry, I know nothing about those lifts, just that they are expensive.
Curt
Couple of things to try...make sure your track bar is adjusted correctly, you could even try adjusting it to favor the left slightly. Also, you could extend your right side bumpstop. You could also try to re-position your exhaust pipes as well...
Your XJ has a hi-pinion front Dana 30. An expensive and rather questionable fix would be to install a low-pinion TJ-style axle.
Are you sure the header is correct for your application?
questionable fix
Yes, the header is correct. The lift that was put on back in '96 is a Trailmaster. They person that installed it drilled a hole to move the track bar over a bit. It wasn't enough then because when I took the old exhaust off it has a dent in it from the installer to make room for the u joint rotation. I learned this after I had everything on. I think I am going to get an adjustable track bar. I am in need of rear springs and shocks all around as well. I am wondering if I should just buy a whole lift? I am going to see what is the cheaper route. I see Rusty has a 4 1/2" lift for my Jeep that has an adjustable track bar and good rear springs. I guess I'll call them to see what they say. Any suggestions welcome!
Curt
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