Whats this bolt called?

[nutznky]

I have a 95 yj 4.0 5 spd and there is a long bolt that runs from the transmission down through the cross member/skid plate. I am assuming it is supposed to have a rubber bushing on the top and bottom, but mine has dry rotted and fell off and all it does is rattle every time you take off from a stop. What is it called and do I really need it? Also on a yj do you really need the panhard bar that goes from the frame to the rearend. I have been told you can do away with it for better flex and ride. Thanks in advance for the help.

 

[galaxyk5blazer]

That bolt is a torque limiter for the transmission.

 

[superj]

yes, throw that bar away

 

[jfrabat]

My RE lift kit simply instructed to loose the rear trackbar; I really could not feel a difference in handling...

 

[nutznky]

Does anyone know the actual name of the bolt and if it is really needed?

 

[Gennybro]

That bolt is a torque limiter for the transmission.

half an answer.

 

[frhrwa]

chrome reverse muffler bearing tension bolt.. ha.. mine did the same, the rubber rotted off..

 

[superj]

bolts to the engine and transmission, i always replace. those parts are kind of important to the jeep movement