Jeep Steering Wandering problem

[Smess]

There are two potential solutions to the notorious jeep steering wandering problem....

1) There is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) for Jeeps that address this.... https://www.tsbsearch.com/Jeep/08-074-20-REV-C:
Replace the steering Gear. Refer to the detailed service procedures available inDealerCONNECT>Service Library under: 19 - Steering / Gear / Removal and Installation.NOTE: The steering gear frame bolts and I-shaft pinch bolt will need to be replaced with newbolts

2) Install dual steering stabilizer shocks. I did this on my 2015 JK and it helped significantly. I am scheduled to have these put on my 392 this coming Friday. See pictures of my JK attached for an example.

I have not approached my dealer about the TSB, yet. My 392 is not too bad and hoping the dual steering stabilizer gets it where it needs to be. I don't know how familiar you are with Jeeps, so I respectively add this caution.... It's a Jeep not a SUV, and these are improvements, probably not complete fixes.

I have tried this a couple other times with no success.

Can you tell me what the part number is for this kit? where to get it, etc. Any info would help. Appreciate it!!

 

[Proptrash]

Seems to me a dual stabilizer is not needed. They are not common at all. You go a jeep event with lots of rigs with high dollar parts on them and it’s rare to see dual stabilizers. A good alignment, proper caster, tire pressure and everything tightened to spec should give a good ride and descent steering WITHOUT a stabilizer. Now, if your looking for a upgrade this one looks cool. Looks like you can adjust the stiffness and dampening to get a diffrent “feel” at the steering wheel. It’s very pricy for a steering strut but it is promising for those looking to upgrade steering performance.

Teraflex 09-02-22-110-000 Falcon Nexus EF 2.2 Fast Adjust Steering Stabilizer for 18-26 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT

Eliminate steering wander in your Jeep with the Teraflex Falcon Nexus EF 2.2 Fast Adjust Steering Stabilizer. This stabilizer is specifically designed for use with the Wrangler JL. The Falcon Fast Adjust knob allows you to select from three preset stiffness modes (Soft, Medium, and Firm) on the fly.

www.quadratec.com

 

[DavyBoy]

I have tried this a couple other times with no success.

Can you tell me what the part number is for this kit? where to get it, etc. Any info would help. Appreciate it!!

Turns out that the BDS Dual Fox stabilizer for a regular Rubicon JL (non-392) will not work due to thicker drag link bar (that's what I think it is called) on the 392. As far as I know BDS/Fox do not have a kit for the 392. I did find a Teraflex kit as mentioned in the last post from @Proptrash. I did not install the Teraflex and just plan to replace the factory single steering stabilizer shock with a Fox shock. I consulted my main 4-wheel shop locally and they have not found a dual stabilizer solution other than Teraflex.

 

[328dude]

The TSB was for swapping the new aluminum steering box back to a steel one on the JL's. Had it done on my 20 JLUR as it had a mind of its own above 70 and about 3 inches of play each side of center. Made a big difference. Was running 35 Patagonia's at the time on a 2 inch Mopar lift.

 

[K1llD4shN1n3]

I installed the teraflex steering dampener. With the stock 33s on medium setting it was great. When I installed 37s I set it to the highest setting and it’s still better than stock.

 

[ramos1214]

Seems to me a dual stabilizer is not needed. They are not common at all. You go a jeep event with lots of rigs with high dollar parts on them and it’s rare to see dual stabilizers. A good alignment, proper caster, tire pressure and everything tightened to spec should give a good ride and descent steering WITHOUT a stabilizer. Now, if your looking for a upgrade this one looks cool. Looks like you can adjust the stiffness and dampening to get a diffrent “feel” at the steering wheel. It’s very pricy for a steering strut but it is promising for those looking to upgrade steering performance.

Teraflex 09-02-22-110-000 Falcon Nexus EF 2.2 Fast Adjust Steering Stabilizer for 18-26 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT

Eliminate steering wander in your Jeep with the Teraflex Falcon Nexus EF 2.2 Fast Adjust Steering Stabilizer. This stabilizer is specifically designed for use with the Wrangler JL. The Falcon Fast Adjust knob allows you to select from three preset stiffness modes (Soft, Medium, and Firm) on the fly.

www.quadratec.com

This Falcon stabilizer it is an excellent upgrade compared to the factory one. I had it on mine 392.