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In the front are also steering clearance and geometry issues when going spring-over. Having a long flat drag link is a great way to counter bumpsteer, but with the springs mounted above the axletube it begins to get tight, especially with very flat springs. However there are many aftermarket high-steering arm options available such as on this front Dana 60.
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In the front are also steering clearance and geometry issues when going spring-over. Having a long flat drag link is a great way to counter bumpsteer, but with the springs mounted above the axletube it begins to get tight, especially with very flat springs. However there are many aftermarket high-steering arm options available such as on this front Dana 60.  View Related Article

 

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