Rubicon Express RE7363 - Manual (Page 9)

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B. Place the new track bar bracket over the factory track bar mounting point on the axle while aligning the two 3/8” holes on
the back side of the lower control arm bracket. Loosely install the two 3/8” bolts, washers, and nuts thru the lower control
arm bracket and track bar bracket.
C. Install the 9/16x3.5” bolt thru the factory track bar location being sure to use the supplied spacer to keep the factory
bracket from collapsing. Tighten the two 3/8” bolts to 35 ft/lbs then tighten the 9/16” bolt to 90 ft/lbs.
D. Using the supplied 9/16x3” install the factory track bar into the new bracket. Install the nut on the back side near the coil
spring but do not tighten at this time.
Rear Bump stops, coil springs and sway bar links
A. Remove stock coils.
B. Install the rear bump stop pads (RE1387) to the top of the axle tube using the supplied 3/8” hardware.
C. Using the factory spring isolator place the rear coils up into the upper mount and over the lower mount. Raise the axle into
place just enough to keep the coil spring from falling out.
D. Install the supplied links (RE1157) in the factory location.
Rear brake lines and shocks
A. Remove and replace the rear brake lines with the included stainless steel brake lines. The lines are left and right specific and
when installed the 90 degree leader from the caliper should be leaning away from the tire. (photo 12)
B. Install shock absorbers.
NOTE: Shock absorbers are sold separately from the suspension system. It is highly critical the correct length shock be used
with the system to prevent excessive axle droop. Incorrect length shocks will result in loss of coil springs and/or drive
shaft damage. Rubicon Express Long arm systems are designed around Mono-Tube shocks, using a twin tube shock
may cause interference issues and damage to the shock or suspension. Rubicon Express always recommends using
Rubicon Mono-Tube Shock Absorbers for proper fitment and vehicle specific valving.
Fuel tank and exhaust
A. Reinstall the fuel tank in the reverse order of removal. Be sure that the hoses do not get bound on any frame rails or cross
members while raising the tank into position. Connect the wire harness and hose on the top of the tank before completely
raising the tank. (photo 24)
B. Route the e-brake cables below the fuel filler and breather hose so during suspension cycling the cables do not pull on the
fuel hoses. (photo 25)
C. Re-hang the factory exhaust system and tighten all clamps.
NOTE: It may be necessary that the exhaust system is loosened from the exhaust manifold connection. Doing so will allow for
minor adjustments to the catalytic head pipe for increased clearance around the cross member. Be sure to tighten all connections
after adjustments to the exhaust have been made.
Photo # 24 Photo # 25