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Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RU2 ★★★★★ (132 reviews)
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Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RU2
Pick your vehicle to confirm fit

383.73 383.73 USD 451.45

451.45

(Save 15%)

COLOR 11 colors
Black Blue Charcoal Green LightGreen Orange Purple Red White Yellow Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
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  • Vehicle
    Confirm this matches your vehicle. Use Shop by Vehicle to filter correctly.
  • Brand
  • Color
    Powder coat color for control arms and track bars. Does not affect performance.
  • Series
    Cruise: daily driving and light off-road. Camp: overlanding. Crawl: aggressive rock crawling.
  • Hardware
    Choose upgraded hardware if your factory hardware is worn, damaged, or missing.
  • Lift Size
    Choose your current front lift height. Measure from center of wheel to fender if unsure.
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Alignment recommended Lifetime warranty on all non-wear items Made In USA

Made in USA Orem, Utah
Lifetime Guarantee Unconditional
10 Colors In-house powder coat
Fully Adjustable 0-6" of lift
3 X-Series Options Only Core 4x4

Maximize Suspension Performance Control

Upgrade your Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002) with the Crawl Series Rear Upper Control Arms, engineered for exceptional articulation, axle alignment, and long-term durability. Whether you're tackling rugged trails or daily driving, these arms provide the perfect balance of off-road flexibility and on-road stability.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty DOM Tubing Construction – Built from 1.5” OD 5/16” wall DOM Tubing, offering unmatched strength and longevity in extreme conditions.
  • Johnny Joints for Maximum Flexibility – Equipped with Johnny Joints at both ends, providing increased articulation, vibration dampening, and reduced suspension binding.
  • Left- and Right-Hand Threaded Adjustability – Allows on-vehicle adjustments for fine-tuning pinion angle, axle centering, and suspension geometry without removal.
  • Fully Adjustable for Lifted Vehicles – Designed for 0 to 6 inches of lift, these control arms enable precise alignment correction and pinion angle adjustments. For lifts beyond 6 inches, contact us for custom solutions.
  • Recommended Pairing – Pair these arms with our Crawl Series Rear Lower Control Arms (CRL-T-4R-96-RL2) for a complete rear-end suspension solution with full control over axle positioning and geometry.

Two-Stage Powder Coating for Maximum Protection

All components undergo a two-stage powder coating process for long-lasting durability and corrosion resistance. Zinc primer base coat prevents rust and protects against environmental damage. Durable top coat available in 10 custom colors for added protection and customization.

Proudly Made in the USA

Manufactured in Orem, UT, the Crawl Series Rear Upper Control Arms are built to the highest standards of American craftsmanship. By choosing CORE 4X4, you’re investing in high-quality, American-made products designed to handle the toughest conditions.

Optional Hardware Upgrade

Designed for easy installation using factory hardware. For those dealing with rusted or stubborn bolts, optional Grade 8 hardware kits are available separately for a hassle-free setup.


  • Vehicle Fitment: Toyota 4Runner 96-02 – Designed for precision axle alignment, enhanced suspension articulation, and improved drivability on and off the road.

  • CORE Advantage: Gain complete control over axle positioning, pinion angle adjustments, and suspension geometry for a smoother ride and reduced driveline vibrations.

  • Adjustability: Left- and right-hand threaded adjusters enable fine-tuning on-vehicle, allowing quick and precise alignment for lifts from 0 to 6 inches.

  • Construction: Heavy-duty 5/16” wall DOM tubing with Johnny Joints at both ends, delivering increased articulation, superior flexibility, and long-term durability.

  • Two-Stage Powder Coating: Zinc primer base and top coat available in 10 vibrant colors protect against corrosion and allow for personalized styling of your rig.

  • Warranty and Origin: Proudly manufactured in the United States, our product includes a lifetime warranty on all non-wear items, providing you with confidence and peace of mind in your purchase.

Built With

Rear Upper control arms built with 1.5” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1” x 14 TPI - 2.32” long threads.

Make Model Submodel Years
Toyota 4Runner 1996 - 2002

Each rebuild kit includes all necessary components to replace and restore wearable parts.

Construction & Materials

Rear Upper control arms built with 1.5” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1” x 14 TPI - 2.32” long threads.

Vehicle Toyota 4Runner (96-02)
Brand CORE 4X4
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or LightGreen or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Series Crawl Series
Hardware No Hardware or Complete Kit
Lift Size 0" — 6" or 6"+
Placement on Vehicle Rear Upper, Rear
Mounting Style Bolt-On

Use the vehicle selector on our website to shop by your year, make, and model. On product pages, use the kit builder to select your color, series, lift height, and any add-on options, then add to cart. If you need help, call or email our team.

Standard orders typically ship within 1–3 business days of ordering. Custom color orders take approximately 5–10 business days. Because everything is built in-house, we can turn orders quickly even for custom specifications.

You can reach our team through the contact form on our website, or browse to the Contact Us page. Our team is available to answer pre-sale and technical questions before and after your purchase.

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Darin Wuebbels May 27, 2025
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Thanks for the fabulous customer service. Your products and customer service are first class. I highly recommend these guys. Excellent experience.
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Tim Reigies Mar 25, 2018
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Received the track bar I ordered, product looks extremely strong, thx core 4x4
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Bailey Smith Mar 23, 2025
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Core 4x4 excels with precision and service and keeps nothing else higher in mind. Everyone I've met at the company is very honest and down to earth, 10/10 would recommend.
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Rex Hodges Jun 26, 2025
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After ordering an upper and lower adjustable control arm kit manufactured by CORE 4X4 from a jeep parts distributor who's intials are E.T., they came with 3 of the threaded ends missing. After over 2 months of phone calls and emails to this E.T. company nothing was resolved. I finally decided to call CORE 4X4 myself and tell them my dilemma. I spoke with a very personable and professional gentleman named Korby, who is one of CORE 4X4's representatives, after a brief discussion of what I went thru he simply asked me for a picture and some measurements and the items I was missing and asked if I could cover ONLY the cost of shipping and I had my missing parts in exactly 1 weeks time. This company not only builds all it's parts in the U.S.A., they stand behind their products with great customer service and life time warranty. My experience with this company and their Rep Korby was fantastic. I would definitely recommend CORE 4X4 to anyone who needs parts for any 4x4 projects. You just can't beat their quality and service. Rex Hodges Valparaiso, Indiana
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Paul Griffin Feb 21, 2026
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Great long arm kit with everything else I needed as well! They worked with me to ensure that I was getting an upgraded components kit just like I wanted. Fast shipping with some of the best packaging that I have ever seen. Nothing was scratched or missing and this kit is even more impressive than the videos or website can show. Powder coating looks great with no issues. I would highly recommend CORE 4x4 to anyone looking for a great quality kit.
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Matthew Handy Sep 24, 2025
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Ran into an issue with a part that I ordered. Got ahold of them explained to them the issue I was having and they jumped in and got the issue fixed. Hands down the best customer service I have ever dealt with. The parts are hands down amazing. Highly recommend.
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Anthony Snyder Jun 26, 2025
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Great experience and really great parts
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Oldgreg jr Mar 23, 2025
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Good company, they offer well built parts and Great customer service. I had a couple of hang ups with my control arms that I purchased, they were very easy to work with and found the solution to make them work.
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Ruby Timm Apr 27, 2025
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Bought a new 2019 Ram 1500. Had bad rear wheel hop since new, got all four core 4x4 control arms and it fixed the issue. Thanks
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Mike Nielsen Nov 23, 2025
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The customer service is first class. I had an issue with a track bar I installed on my F350. I don’t have any other Core 4x4 parts yet, but with the way I was treated, I know their parts are well done, because they went above and beyond to make sure I was made whole. They wouldn’t be in business if they had to take care of a lot of people like they took care of me. Will definitely be back when it’s time to build the Jeep!

Specifications

Color Black, Blue, Charcoal, Green, LightGreen, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow, Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Hardware No Hardware, Complete Kit
Lift Size 0" — 6", 6"+
Vehicle Toyota 4Runner (96-02)
Brand CORE 4X4
Series Crawl Series
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