Y Link Steering Adapter for TJ , Rubicon XJ Ckee

Y Link Steering Adapter for TJ , Rubicon XJ CkeeThis adapter is for the OEM Y link steering and is designed around the OEM tie rod end.It specifically made to work with a factory steering set up in the Y-link or inverted T style steering position, using the stotie rods.The adapter gives a s lubricated, fixed yet slightly flexible surface for the tie rod to rest against. The drag link does not flop forward or backward whatsoever yet in common usage it is allowed to roll which causes the steering wheel dead spot and allows for the tie rod roll. Also fits multe 1/2 Ton solid axle trucks (Ford, and Dodge).Not for use on tie rod ends at the or pitman arm.Fits for most factory linkage of the below models, some shaving of cure may be required to get a snug fit without breaking the cureFor 1997 to 2006 TJ , Rubicon and Unlimited.For 1984 to 2001 XJ Ckee.For 1986 to 1992 MJ Comanche.For 1987 to 1996 YJ .For 1993 to 1998 Grand Ckee ZJWhen installing the adapter for be sure to verify that the pin on your tie rod end seats completely in the taper.Manufacturing tolerances in the pin and the taper cause some tie rod ends to seat higher or lower in the taper than others. One sign that the taper is not completely seated is if the cotter pin hole does not sit as far through the castle nut as it did with the standard dust boot. To verify your pin is seated in the taper, apply a marking compound (like gear marking compound, grease, , etc.) to the pin and tighten down the tie rod end then remove it again. Chethe pin and taper to see if the marking compound is spread thinly and evenly around the pin. If it does not spread evenly, the pin is likely not seated completely. Sand down the face of The Cure for until the pin seats fully.Depending on the shape of your tie rod ends, some filing may also be required to prevent interferences around the lip or face of The Cure.The Adapter for is only meant to be used on the drag link tie rod end in Y-link steering. Using The Adapter for at the steering and pitman arm tie rod ends will not allow neceary flex in your steering system and could lead to fai of your tie rod ends, The Cure, or other steering components.