Black Diamond Automobile-accessories User Manual
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FORM #900041.01-081605
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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PARTS LIST … The part number is stamped into each part or printed on an adhesive label.
Identify each part and place the appropriate mounting hardware with it.
PART NO
DESCRIPTION
NEW ATTACHING HARDWARE
(Qty.- if more than one) (Qty.- if more than one)
55-12-5100 adjustable track bar body, rear
(2) bushing half
(1) sleeve
(1) extra-thick washer
(2) 1/2” X 2-3/4” bolt
(2) 1/2” SAE washer
(2) 1/2”nyloc nut
(2) spacer
(1) heim joint end
(1) 3/4” jam nut
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1)
PREPARE VEHICLE...
Position the vehicle on a level surface with the front tires pointing straight ahead. Put the
vehicle in park or First gear, set the emergency brake, and chock the rear wheels to prevent
any possibility of movement. The vehicle should remain on the ground with the suspension
“loaded” at normal operating weight to reflect the true ride height.
2)
FACTORY TRACK BAR REMOVAL…
Remove the factory track bar from the vehicle and set aside. Save all hardware for reuse
3)
TRACK BAR #55-12-5100...
Lubricate and install the supplied bushings and sleeves in the upper end of the track bar
(55-12-5100). Note that the supplied extra-thick washer should be positioned between the
bushing halves in the eye of the bar.
Thread the heim joint with the supplied jam nut in the lower end of the track bar. Set the
length of the track bar at 32-5/8” measured from eye-to-eye. This will provide a baseline for
adjustment.
Position the supplied spacers on both sides of the heim joint and then insert the heim end of
the track bar into the track bar bracket on the axle. Loosely secure using the factory
hardware.
Slide the bushing end of the track bar into the frame bracket and attach using the supplied
1/2” x 2-3/4” bolt and nyloc nut (57).
4)
TRACK BAR ADJUSTMENT…
Position a plumb bob or similar tool against the inside edge of the frame. Measure the
distance between the line of the plumb bob and the brake backing plate. Record this
measurement, then repeat the procedure on the other side.
Compare the two measurements recorded in the previous step; the goal is to make them
equal: If the driver side measurement is greater than the passenger side, the track bar