Rough Country 1083 - Manual (Page 2)

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.
4. Using the bracket as a quide, drill the upper hole using a 13/32” drill bit. See Photo 3.
5. Install the supplied 3/8” x 2” bolt in the drilled hole with the washers & nut. Tighten using a 9/16” socket & wrench.
See Photo 4.
6. Locate the supplied bushings and install in the track rod body with the supplied 12mm ID sleeve.
7. Install the track rod on the frame with the supplied 12mm x 80mm bolt, washer & nut. Do not tighten at this time. See
Photo 5.
8. Swing up the track rod and adjust as necessary to center the vehicle over the axle and install in the new track rod
bracket with the supplied 7/16” x 2 3/4” bolt and flange nut. Tighten to 55 ft/lbs using a 15mm wrench and snug the
jam nut using a 1 1/2” wrench. See Photo 6. It is important to center the vehicle over the axle to ensure proper
tracking and alignment.
9. Tighten the axle mount to factory specifications using a 15mm wrench.
10. Tighten the frame mount using a 18mm & 19mm wrench.
PHOTO 3 PHOTO 4
PHOTO 5
DRILL USING A 13/32” DRILL BIT INSTALL 3/8” X 2” BOLT, WASHERS & NUTS
INSTALL 12MM X 80MM BOLT, WASHER & NUT
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PHOTO 6
INSTALL THE TRACK ROD ON THE AXLE