FABTECH FTS22300 Adjustable Track Bar Installation Guide
- October 27, 2023
- FABTECH
Table of Contents
FTS 22300 Adjustable Track Bar
Installation Guide
FTS 22300 Adjustable Track Bar
| FTS22300| FORD SUPERDUTY ADJUSTABLE TRACK BAR
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1| FT30876| TRACK BAR (LOWER)
1| FT30877| TRACK BAR (UPPER)
1| FT30879| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
| FT30879| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
1| 75000005081| 3/4” SAE WASHER
2| 75160004152| 3/4-16 C-LOCK NUT
1| FT22300i| INSTRUCTIONS
2| FT30262-3| BUSHING
1| FT30262-4| SLEEVE
1| FT30415| ADJUSTING SLEEVE
1| FT30765| BEARING SLEEVE
1| FT94510| PIN
1| FTAS12| STICKER FT BLUE 10X4
1| FTAS16| DRIVER WARNING DECAL
1| FTLOCK| THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND
1| FARECARD| REGISTRATION CARD
2017-2021 FORD F250/350 SUPERDUTY 4WD
ADJUSTABLE TRACK BAR 0-6”
FTS22300
NOTE: TO ORDER WEARABLE REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS DO NOT USE PART NUMBERS
SHOWN ON THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET. GO TO FABTECH WEBSITE AND LOOK UP WEARABLE
REPLACEMENT PARTS TO FIND THE PROPER PART NUMBER TO ORDER.
TOOL LIST
Required Tools (Not Included)
Basic Hand Tools
Floor Jack
Jack Stands
Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
Torque Wrench
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail:
info@fabtechmotorsports.com
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION –
Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any
parts are missing contact Fabtech at 909-597-7800 and a replacement part will
be sent to you immediately.
Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the
installation. If these instructions are not properly followed severe frame,
driveline and / or suspension damage may occur.
Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this system
for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area.
Prior to the installation of this suspension system perform a front end
alignment and record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is
not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior
to installation.
The installation of this suspension system should be performed by two
professional mechanics.
This suspension must be installed with Fabtech shock absorbers.
Installation of all fasteners requires the use of provided thread locking
compound with proper torque values as indicated throughout the installation.
Apply thread locking compound upon the final torque of the fastener.
WARNING- Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of
the vehicle and may increase roll over as compared to stock.
Vehicles that receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs, tie
rods ends, pitman arm and idler arm every 25005000 miles for wear and replace
as needed.
Verify differential fluid is at manufactures recommended level prior to kit
installation. Installation of the kit will reposition the differential and the
fill plug hole may be in a different position. (For example, if the
manufacture recommends 3 quarts of fluid, make sure the diff has 3 quarts of
fluid). Check your specific manual for correct amount of fluid.
FOOTNOTES –
INSTRUCTIONS
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Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.
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With the front axle supported. Remove the factory track bar from the the frame and axle. Save the hardware removed from the frame bracket side.
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Install two FT30262-3 (Bushings) and one FT30262-4 (Sleeve) into the end of the FT30877 (Track bar upper half).
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Install the FT30877 (Track bar upper half) and FT30876 (Track bar lower half) into the FT30415 (Adjusting sleeve) leaving 1/2” of visible thread on both halves. NOTE: This is a starting point. Final adjustment will be made when a front end alignment is performed.
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Install FT94510 (Pin) into the factory track bar axle mount location using the supplied 3/4” washer & nut. Torque to 297 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 1
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Install the assembled track bar bearing end onto the installed pin. Install FT30765 (Bearing sleeve) then the supplied 1/2” nut. Install the other end to the factory track bar bracket using the factory hardware. Torque the 3/4” nut to 297 ft-lbs and the factory bracket bolt to 325 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURES 4-5
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Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications. Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance.
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Check front end alignment and set to factory specifications.
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Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
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Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
Vehicles that will receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs
and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as
required.
RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY
THEREAFTER.
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800
Product Warranty and Warnings
Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser
who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for
defects in workmanship and materials.
The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes the following Fabtech items; bushings,
bump stops, ball joints, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, heim
joints and driveshafts. These parts are subject to wear and are not considered
defective when worn.
They are warranted for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in
workmanship.
Dirt Logic and Performance Coilover take apart shocks are considered a
serviceable shock with a one year warranty on leakage only. Service seal kits
are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered
under our Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications
and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions.
Alterations to the finish of the parts including but not limited to painting,
powder coating, plating and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish
damage may occur to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is
not covered under warranty.
Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles
used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A
“RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest
of one or more vehicle against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a
prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles,
race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also
excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America.
Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of
the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It
may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on road and off road,
at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at
all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury
or death.
Fabtech front end Desert Guards may impair the deployment or operation of
vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining systems/air bag systems and
should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped as so.
Fabtech makes every effort to ensure suspension product compatibility with all
vehicles listed on the website, but due to unknown auto manufacturer’s
production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech
cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire
and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed in Fintech’s website
are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is
not responsible for damages to the vehicle’s body or tires. Fabtech is not
responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation
of oversized tires and wheels.
Fintech’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement, at Fabtech option, of the defective product only.
All costs of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges,
incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty.
Fabtech is not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other vehicle parts
related or non related to the installed Fabtech product. This warranty is
expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty
shall not apply to any product that has been subject to accident, negligence,
alteration, abuse or misuse as determined by Fabtech.
Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including
shocks as shown on our website. All warranties will become void if Fabtech
parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket suspension
products.
Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket suspension parts may
cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in an accident causing
injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not manufactured by
Fabtech.
Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components retained after
the installation of a Fabtech suspension not all vehicles may have the same
ride stance front to rear as described in the website. The blue color of
suspension components shown in all Fabtech photographs are for display
purposes only. Majority of all Fabtech components will be black specifically
where noted with part numbers ending in BK.
Installation of Fabtech product may void the vehicles factory warranty; it is
the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer for
warranty disposition before the installation of the product. Some state laws
may prohibit modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part. It
is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws
prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with
such written laws.
It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the retailer to review all
warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the consumer prior to
purchase.
Fabtech reserves the right to super cede, discontinue, change the design,
finish, part number and/or application of parts when deemed necessary without
written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or typographical
errors within the website or price sheet. For the most recent Product Warranty
and Warnings visit our website
www.fabtechmotorsports.com
Instruction Sheet Part# – FT22300i
Fabtech Motorsports
4331 Eucalyptus Ave. Chino, CA 91710
Tech Line: 909-597-7800
Fax: 909-597-7185
Web: www.fabtechmotorsports.com
References
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