Instructions/best way to install rack bump steer kit. Options

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Hello all,

I found instructions from Elephant Racing on how to install rack bump steer kit but even they do not mention whether to put the front wheels on ramps or use jack stands and let the wheels drop and hang.

So far, I have the front wheels on ramps; I loosened the steering shaft u-joint and was able to get one collar in place and the bolt threaded on the passenger side but cannot get the bolt threaded on the drivers side.

Any other tips or suggestions? This is turning out to be much more difficult than I anticipated!

Thanks!

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An update... I was able to get the drivers side spacer in place. Now I neglected to say the spacers are aluminum pieces that I obtained from a new shock kit for my other vehicle that were not needed. They are around 11/16 inch thick and other than the thickness, fit perfectly in the area between the rack and cross member. I am aware that the Weltmeister kit uses thinner spacers (around 0.375 inch).

Once I put it all together; I took it for a short drive and immediately noticed two things... the steering was much tighter; no more bump steer; but it was also a bit too tight, as in binding. I am not sure if it is because the alignment is off now and needs adjusting or if it is because the spacers are too thick. I did take a look underneath the car at the tie rods and they looked pretty darn level/parallel to the ground.

Is 11/16 inch too thick?