JKS Front Trackbar + Sector Shaft Reinforcement Kit

JKS Front Trackbar + Sector Shaft Reinforcement Kit

Large diameter tires and hydraulic-assist steering can play havoc on Wrangler JK models if the front track bar and steering box are not reinforced. The chassis can only flex so far before something has to give. The factory track bar mount on the chassis is particularly vulnerable to extreme forces. Crank on the steering wheel too hard and you risk tearing the OE mount completely off of the frame.

Unfortunately, the output shaft on the steering box is even more troublesome. The internal bearings that support the shaft are poorly positioned and low-quality causing them to wear out very quickly. Some indicators include a noticeable “clunk” noise and excessive play in the steering wheel. And since the OE steering box is not serviceable, the only option is to replace the entire assembly.

• Requires 2.0 in. suspension lift or greater.
• Requires OE type steering box.
• Not compatible with TeraFlex, Rubicon Express, Rock Krawler and Synergy track bars.
• Not compatible with frame-mounted track bar drop brackets.
• Not compatible with some drag link flip kits - call JKS for details.
• Not compatible with factory track bar when combined with an axle mounted track bar relocation bracket " call JKS for details.

• Heavy-duty reinforcement bracket strengthens and supports OE track bar mount on chassis
• Dramatically increases track bar load capacity to accommodate large tires and hydraulic steering
• Prevents damage and deformation of weak factory track bar bracket
• Evenly distributes track bar forces to both chassis rails
• Heavy-duty bearing fixture stabilizes and supports steering box output shaft to prevent the leading cause of premature failure
• External bearing supports sector shaft below pitman arm converting factory steering box from single-shear to double-shear
• Double-shear design eliminates side loading of sector shaft to prevent wobble and premature wear of internal bearings
• Reinforced sector shaft dramatically improves steering responsiveness for greater control, handling and driver confidence