Is there risk of bending stuff having just inner c gussets installed?

Remlap said:

I didn't want to start a whole new thread since this is kind of on topic of what I'm asking anyway.

Is there risk of bending stuff having just inner c gussets installed? I only have 285/75 17's but still think I should put em' on just in case so I ordered them - using a reputable welding/fabrication company for install.

Thanks

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Remlap said:

I didn't want to start a whole new thread since this is kind of on topic of what I'm asking anyway.

Is there risk of bending stuff having just inner c gussets installed? I only have 285/75 17's but still think I should put em' on just in case so I ordered them - using a reputable welding/fabrication company for install.

Thanks

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Sharkey said:

Usually the only risk with c's is the potential for melting your ball joints. It's very easy to prevent.

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Remlap said:

Thanks guys, I'm guessing it will be obvious if the ball joints are damaged - the shop owner was familiar with my request so hopefully I won't be buying new ones.

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Sharkey said:

Yep.

In a somewhat related note, isn't "Snowman" a nickname for a dude who likes facials?

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2007blackJk said:

It's a good time to replace the joints anyways. The factory ones are too good.

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Remlap said:

I heard they were shit to start with but wife is getting pissy about cash going out faster than coming in, damn Jeep thing that I don't quite understand yet.

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Remlap said:

I heard they were shit to start with but wife is getting pissy about cash going out faster than coming in, damn Jeep thing that I don't quite understand yet.

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olram30 said:

Look into the crown hd ball joints if you have a tight budget.

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StrizzyChris said:

It would appear so!



You'll be fine for a while. As long as he does it right, the backspacing of your wheels and tire size will be what breaks down your ball joints eventually.

Just tell him to go slow in short sections and quench the weld with a damp cloth to prevent too much heating of the plastic stock internals.

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olram30 said:

Look into the crown hd ball joints if you have a tight budget.

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Asmmns said:

or go synergy....heavy duty and greasable..never had an issue with mine !

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Asmmns said:

or go synergy....heavy duty and greasable..never had an issue with mine !

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olram30 said:

I guess if you want to pay more for basically the same ball joint.
And welcome to the forum.

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Asmmns said:

Thanks... I didnt realize they were the same. Are they manufactured by someone and re-branded ?

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Asmmns said:

if they are re-branded and are actually the same , then why is one set greasable and the Crowns do not appear to have zerk fittings ?

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