Install: Synergy Track Bar and Sector Shaft Brace on Jeep Wrangler JL

As my steering was getting progressively worse, I install the track bar/sector shaft brace from Synergy. The HD tie rod and drag link really helped, but this made driving a LOT better. Honestly, this should've been one of the very FIRST mods I did.
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[@storminmoorman7444]

I put this on my Jeep a couple months ago and saw no real improvement. A new steering box helped though. Great vid

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Well, I guess on the bright side, at least your track bar bracket is reinforced. I'm planning on the PSC Hydro kit at some point. Thanks for watching, and the comment!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@mikethompson7406]

Thank you! I've got a '22 and I was told I need this brace as one part to get rid of my steering shimmy. Give it a whirl I guess.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

My Jeep is an '18. Kinda thought FCA would've addressed this issue by now. That said, I stand by the Synergy bracket. I have friends who have the one from Steer Smarts and they've had problems. Hope the vid helps install yours! Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@junwang4314]

14:40 "what this is for? I don't know" lol, this line here you won my sub!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

LMAO! Glad you found it funny! I did, that's why I left it in. Once you install it, it's easy to see what it is, but, I'm not trying to come off as an "all knowing Jeep expert", because I'm not. I do stupid shit all the time, and if it's something the viewers may like, I'll leave it. Thanks for watching, and the comment! Hopefully, we'll be able to retain your sub. Jeep on!!👍🏻👊🏻🤘🏻

[@Goststriker]

Great camera work with a good step by step process. Semper Fi Devil Dog.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad you liked it. Semper Fi, bro!!🤘🏻

[@sworks7124]

Nice filming of all the angles. Very helpful.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad you liked it and found it helpful! Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@RamiH]

and i was quoted 600+ to install this along with the SynergyHD trackbar (which takes about 10Minutes to install) on my JLUS.....great Vid!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Some shops will rip you off if you don't know. Glad the vid was helpful!!🤘🏻

[@RamiH]

@@ShockWaveOffroad Extremely! Thanks again!I am now waiting on another estimate and if all else fails, i will buy the tools and do it myslef.Wont cost a fraction of the insane charges I am getting here!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

@@RamiH I'm all about doing it yourself (when you can). That's why I started this channel, to show folks you CAN do a lot of stuff to your Jeep, in your own driveway, and save a BUNCH of money. 👍🏻

[@LeandroFTW]

10+ HP is the only reason I bought this too!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👍🏻🤘🏻

[@maxwellcard]

A set of allen sockets with 3/8 drive will help with the torque specs on allen head bolts 👌🏼

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yeah, I have the 3/8 allen head sockets, just didn't have a 3/8 torque wrench when I made this vid. I have one now, LOL! Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@jlopes68]

nice install vid! very informative. amazing what a difference it makes huh. Dave spent a lot of time explaining this thingie when we last spoke at one of the shows, it was on my hot list after that. im very happy with it.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yeah, your vid was one of the catalysts to do this mod. Very happy with the results!! Shoulda done it sooner.👍🏻🤘🏻

[@MrJgm8806]

Waiting for mine to be delivered ,,Thank you for the laymans video and awsome job..Thank you for your service...Look forward to more videos...Thanks

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Appreciate it. Glad you like the content!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@zacharyfike1071]

The hardest part is the aluminum brace alignment at the end. I had a hell of a time aligning the allen bolt on both my JT and JLU.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

True story. I found that if I tightened one side up, the other would line up. Thanks for watching, and the comment!!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@zacharyfike1071]

@@ShockWaveOffroad Like you i was super concerned with over tightening anything into the aluminum. The new directions call for loctite on both the front and back bolt holding the sector shaft brace in place. I thought that was interesting. Noticed this since ive done it twice now LOL

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yeah, I noticed that too. Just between you and me, I went back and added loctite.😬👍🏻

[@piasprojects]

Good video. Looks like a beefy upgrade. They do make hex/allen head sockets. I use them all the time. Keep up the great content. I am so ready to wheel. I’m going to have Bryan do a steering upgrade for me because after my tire upgrade it is needed! Btw I like that Kobalt impact!!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

This brace makes a world of difference on the JL. I'm ready to wheel too, bro!! Brian had your rear axle all mocked up when I was there last week. Gonna be nice! Yeah, that impact makes a big difference. I have the 1/2 and 3/8 drive. Well worth the money spent. Thanks for watching buddy, I sure appreciate the support!!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@jason20341]

Great video. Added to my 2020 JLUR but now it’s creaking like crazy. I think I got a messed up one and the grease isn’t making it to where it needs to go.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Make sure it isn't your track bar. Glad you liked the vid!👍🏻

[@timfirnkes4811]

Great Video, sir! Keep the videos coming.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Thanks buddy, glad you like them!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@kirbytheap]

There’s an updated version of the instructions to use red loctite on all the bolts/screws that go into to the aluminum brace. The two bolts on the side and the bottom retaining screw. There’s been several instances with them coming loose.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yeah, I found out after the fact. But, I have gone back and used red loctite on them. I must've gotten old instructions. All good. Thanks for watching!!👍🏻🤘🏻

[@millstonejeepworx]

Yes, this is something to check periodically. I had my pitman arm nut loosen up. All of a sudden I had alot of play in my wheel and a funny creak when the wheel was turned. Turned out the pitman arm nut loosened up. Disassembled it, cleaned everything up and made sure everything was aligned properly. Loctited the pitman arm nut and installed it and ran it tight with impact and then double checked it was torqued to spec..and beyond. Then reinstalled the aluminum stabilizer and loctited that hardware and have been good since.

[@toddharris928]

I had Jeep replace my aluminum steering box with the steel and it’s much better but I’m still going to put this on to help with a small of slack I feel.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Sure wouldn't hurt. Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

OOOOO voice overs, getting fancy

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

No, the damn mic on camera 2 wouldn't work.🙄🙄🙄🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤣🤣🤣 Oh, well. That probably shortened the vid by 20 mins. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

Project Napalm JL Lol one of the reasons I hate external mics. Iv has one fail during filming. And of course didn’t notice until after it was all done

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

Get cheap china ones? Lol I think tht was my problem... I need to get a rode mic

[@WalkerTexasplumber]

I’d used blue lock tight . Red is permanent

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Truth!

[@rkelmy]

I've enjoyed your steering upgrade videos. I was about to order Synergy TR, DL and sector brace but after watching you vids in reconsidering. Hows the Rustys TR and DL working out? Curious about the TB sector shaft brace as I've read that there were issues with the brass/bronze bushing spinning/not being able to take grease subsequently causing noise issues when turning. Thoughts?

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

So sorry for the late response. Sometimes this app doesn't give notifications. So, to answer your question about the track bar brace: they've updated the instructions to include the red loctite on the bolts for the sector shaft. I have gone back and done that, and I've not had any issues. Honestly, when I went back to do it, they didn't (seem) like they'd loosened up at all. But, better safe than sorry. All that aside, I STILL believe this is a MUST HAVE for JL/JT owners, JMHO. The Rusty's tie rod/drag link are bad ass. Love the system. Any other questions, fire away. Thanks for following the channel!!👊🏻

[@warmeds2009]

Great video

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@warmeds2009]

@@ShockWaveOffroad I just ordered the same parts. I’ll be using your video for the installation…praying this fixes the wobble.

[@SargeISF]

Awesome video. Semper Fi!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad you liked it. Semper Fi!👊🏻

[@bldlightpainting]

You torque the Allen-head bolt with an Allen socket.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

At the time of install, I had the allen sockets but I did not have a 3/8 dr torque wrench. Thanks for watching!

[@951media]

Great video! You’re a badass.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

LMAO!! I appreciate that, glad you liked the vid!!👍🏻👊🏻🤘🏻

[@173rdairbornecombatvet4]

Hey Shawn from Florence Ky/Cincinnati area. I have a question. I installed a RC 2.5” lift on my 15 jku, I added RC adjustable lower control arms front and rear, RC adjustable track bars front and rear, RC track bar brackets front and rear, RC spring perch correction brackets and spring retainers. My question is this. My RC 2.5” lift gave me a decent lift in the front, and on in rear, and I got a JK learn to passenger side. I am adding coil spring spacers to the lift since I just spent a lot on the lift I have now and can’t afford a bigger lift kit. I will be adding 2” to front passenger, 2.5” to rear passenger, 1.5” to front driver and 2” to rear driver. That is giving me eventually 1” all the way around, and the extra .5” to 1” is to fix the lean and level the look of the lean. I have order and in my garage the RC 4-6” extended brake lines front and rear and RC 3-6 high steer drag link flip kit for this spacer add. I have 20” KMC rims and 33” nitto trail grappler tires. I have factory bumpers, no winch and the 20” rim and 33 tire on the rear with the MORYDE tailgate HD hinges so no weight. Is this a ok idea, I know it’s not a suspension spring lift but it’s the cheapest route for now. I am not a hard core off road wheeling guy, it’s my daily driver, I just hit easy muddy trails, bumpy roads, and minimal articulations. Mainly a mall crawler until I pay it off and can afford better parts. I am eventually going to 35-37 tires and a regear. What am I getting into or overlooked

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Well, for now, it's a relatively inexpensive way to get the desired look you want. If you're mall crawling, that set up will suit you fine. The "lean" is normal for JK's and JL's because of fuel tank location. Moving forward, if you're eventually going 3" or more of lift, you're DEFINITELY gonna need the exhaust spacer kit. Front driveshaft would be a good idea, too. Make sure whatever shocks you go with are for the amount of lift you have. For a DD, you should be fine. The one caveat is this... (IF) you ever do decide you wanna get a little more serious about your off roading, you'll end up changing everything you're doing now, LOL! Seriously. You've already spent a decent amount of money, so consider this as you continue your build. If you've already got adjustable control arms, if you want a true spring lift later, all you gotta do is get the springs, and adjust CA's and Track bars for that amount of lift. JK's aren't as sensitive to caster as JL's, so get close, and you won't even notice. Enjoyed reading the novel, LOL! Any other questions, feel free to hit me up. 👍🏻👊🏻🤘🏻

[@iliketocamp1342]

You shouldn't need track bar brackets if you have adjustable track bars, the brackets are for the stock track bar's to keep the axles centered, and since you have adjustable you don't need brackets to center the axles just adjust your track bar's. Over a year I know.

[@edwardvallejo4681]

good jod my friend

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘

[@jayhernandez6812]

Just install the Synergy Trackbar and Sector Shaft Brace for my 2019 jeep wrangler jl sports today and everything install good. I am hearing sound like rubbing when i turn my wheels almost all the way turn wheels to left or right and back up hear sound like rubbing, what do you think is the problem ? Please help thanks.

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Depending on the track bar, sometimes when you turn to lock, the track bar MAY hit the bracket. Turn your wheel all the way and check clearance between track bar and brace.

[@JeepTJ1999]

10 more H.P. 😂🤣😅 I just added the Synergy brace myself. So far so good

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Still rolling mine! Don't forget to grease it. I grease mine every other oil change. Thanks for watching and the comment! 🤘🏻

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

btw.,,,,,, this no impact socket sir

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

I know. The difference in cost was about $15.🤷‍♂️

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

Project Napalm JL lol what’s the price of a new impact drill? 🧐

[@WalkerTexasplumber]

You use an Allen socket to put on a torque wrench lol

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yup. But at the time, I didn't have a 3/8 drive torque wrench, so...

[@GevoA1]

How's that Synergy track bar been working?

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

So far, so good. No issues to date. Thanks for the question!

[@GevoA1]

@@ShockWaveOffroad appreciate the reply. Would you recommend Synergy or Rusty's for the steering components and track bars?

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

@@GevoA1 I would CERTAINLY recommend the Synergy track bar and sector shaft brace. I did a video on that. As far as tie rod and drag links go... the Synergy ends seem pretty good and the people I know that have them, have no complaints. I do not regret going with Rusty's. The ends are bad ass and the customer service is outstanding. I've "heard" some negatives about Synergy customer service, but cannot confirm or deny. If I had to do it all over again, Rusty's or RPM would be my choice.

[@GevoA1]

@@ShockWaveOffroad appreciate you taking the time. I have seen your other videos and that's why I asked. Also because I wanted another opinion. Currently I have Synergy track bar, tie rod, drag link with rusty's front track bar bracket. Personally I havent been pleased with the synergy stuff. Nothing seems to stay tight, the ball joints spill the fluids and they flop around going over bumps since they dont have those different seals that Rustys and some others do. Plus, the track bar squeaks like crazy. I've been trying to gather some info before I choose a new company to change everything to. Appreciate your help

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Glad to give you my opinion. Lemme know what you decide!👍🏻

[@JLLIFEOFFROAD]

FIRST!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Yup. This should be the FIRST thing done to a JL. Thanks for watching, bro!!

[@cdroes]

Great video. Semper Fi!

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Semper Fi! Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and the comment!!🤘🏻

[@cdroes]

Can I ask you what tires you have on your Jeep

[@ShockWaveOffroad]

Goodyear Wrangler MT/R. 37x12.50x17