Rough Country 1627 User Manual

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5. Install the supplied 5/16” x 1 1/4” hardware in the stock

upper holes as shown in Figure 6 and tighten hard-
ware. Install the factory alignment shoe in the lower
holes in the new bracket. Do not install nuts on lower
tabs at this time.

6. Install the upper and lower control arms in the drop

brackets as shown in Figure 7 with factory hardware
using a 15mm wrench for the upper and 21mm wrench
for the lower. (Rough Country adjustable arms shown
and available as an upgrade). Tighten upper and lower
control arm bolts to factory specifications.

7. Locate the new Rough Country lower control arm

bracket brace and install on the rear of the lower con-
trol arm drop as shown in Figure 8. Lightly install the
factory nuts on the bracket to hold in place using a
13mm wrench. Do not fully tighten at this time.

8. Using the bracket as a guide, mark and drill the frame using a 11/32” drill bit. See Figure 8 & 9.
9. Using the supplied self tapping 3/8” bolts, secure the bracket to the frame. See Figure 10.

10. Install the nuts on the alignment studs on back side of control arm brace. Tighten to half of the stud with 13mm

wrench.

11. Repeat steps on driver side of vehicle.
12. Recheck and tighten/re-tighten all bracket bolts at this time.

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

View from back of vehicle to driver side bracket.

5/16” x 1 1/4” Bolts

Alignment Shoe

Install Control Arms

with Factory Hardware

Mark Holes to be Drilled For

RCX Brace—One on Each

Side of Gusset

Drill Brace Holes Using

11/32” Drill Bit

Install 3/8” Self

Taping Bolts

View from center of vehicle to passenger side.