Rugged Ridge Frame Brace Kit, 07-14 Jeep Wrangler - Manual

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PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
FRAME BRACE WITH TRACK BAR DROP BRACKET JK
Note: This product requires structural welding. Depending on capabilities a certified welder
may be necessary to install this item.
Caution: Always park vehicle on level ground when working under vehicle. Always use jack stands when
removing tires from vehicle. Eye protection is required when drilling and working under vehicle.
Penetrating oil may be necessary to remove track bar.
Step 1. Raise the vehicle and support with jack stands. Remove both
front wheels. Remove the track bar from the driver side of the
vehicle. A penetrant spray may be needed to loosen the bolts.
Use caution when removing the bolt from the track bar as it may
have some tension on it. Remove the lower two bolts that hold
the steering gear box to the frame. Do not discard hardware it will
be reused.
Step 2. Attach the new frame brace bracket onto the drive side of the
frame using the two bolts removed from the lower section of the
steering gear box. Do not tighten at this time. Place the supplied
button head bolt in the hole located in the center of the bracket.
The button head should be on the inside of the brackets with the
threads extending outward towards the coil spring. Use the
supplied lock nut to mate the brackets together. Reinstall the track
bar using one of the two mounting holes which line up best.
Kit Contents:
Frame Brace Bar (1)
Pass. Brace Bracket (1)
Dr. Brace Bracket (1)
9/16” x 3 1/2” Hex Bolt (1)
9/16” x 3” Hex Bolt (1)
9/16” Flat Washers (4)
9/16“ Nylock Nut (2)
1/2” x 1” Button Head (1)
1/2” Lock Nut (1)