{"product_id":"upgraded-track-bar-2005-2016-f250-f350-4x4","title":"05-16 Ford F250\/F350 Adjustable Track Bar","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Track Bar – 2005–2016 Ford F250\/F350 4x4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso fits trucks equipped with the 2005–2016 Super Duty front axle swap with the factory track bar ball joint connection. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe factory track bar on the 2005–2016 F250\/F350 4x4 is one of the most well-documented failure points on these trucks — and the aftermarket replacements aren't much better. We've seen OEM-style aftermarket ball joints fail in as little as 3,500 miles. This track bar eliminates the problem entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe've removed the factory ball joint on the axle side and replaced it with a custom 17-4 stainless uniball housing and an FK Teflon-lined uniball — built for the kind of durability and precision the factory setup never offered. The frame end gets machined threads (no weld joint) and an FK Teflon-lined heim joint. The result is a track bar with zero slop, zero deflection, and a direct fix for the death wobble these trucks are notorious for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry is maintained.\u003c\/strong\u003e This bar is designed to preserve factory track bar angle relative to the drag link, so there's no bump steer introduced at any point in the suspension travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e1.5\" x 0.375\" wall DOM tube, CNC bent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e0.375\" laser cut tabs on the axle end for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMachined threads on the frame end — no weld joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFully adjustable — fits stock height through 8\" lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePowder coated track bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFK Teflon-lined heim joint (frame side) with 17-4 stainless misalignment spacers and bushings to prevent joint rotation and protect from debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e17-4 stainless uniball housing with snap rings (axle side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFK Teflon-lined uniball (axle side) with 17-4 stainless misalignment spacers and 20mm hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant – Aftermarket Ball Joint Note\u003c\/strong\u003e If your truck has had an aftermarket ball joint installed (like Moog or anything besides Motorcraft), you will need to select the \u003cstrong\u003eOversized Uniball Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e variant at checkout. Aftermarket ball joints typically open the axle bore by approximately 0.010\", and the standard housing will not fit correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Lead Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*We are starting with a pre-order run of these with an expected lead time of 3 weeks from the date of purchase as of 4\/20\/26*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAfter the initial pre-order run, this will be a stocked item and ships within our standard lead times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis product is intended for off-road use only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrick Customs","offers":[{"title":"Standard (OEM\/Motorcraft Ball Joint)","offer_id":52004206051629,"sku":"CC2511","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oversized (Aftermarket Ball Joint)","offer_id":52004206084397,"sku":"CC2511-OS","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/7187\/files\/IMG_4644.jpg?v=1776711192","url":"https:\/\/www.carrickcustoms.com\/products\/upgraded-track-bar-2005-2016-f250-f350-4x4","provider":"Carrick Customs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}