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Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU 18+ Heavy-Duty Steering Tie Rod
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Heavy-Duty Steering Tie Rod

Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU 18+ Heavy-Duty Steering Tie Rod
SKU: ST-J-JL-TR1
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621.00 621.0 USD 690.00

690.00

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COLOR 12 colors
Black Blue Charcoal Green LightGreen Orange Purple Red White Yellow Aluminum Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.

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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

Take Your Jeep Wrangler JL’s Steering to the Next Level

Upgrade your Jeep Wrangler JL’s steering performance with the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Tie Rod Upgrade. Engineered for off-road dominance, this premium tie rod replacement delivers unmatched strength, impact resistance, and precision control. Whether you're navigating technical rock crawls, high-speed desert runs, or daily driving, this upgrade ensures your steering remains tight, stable, and responsive in the toughest conditions.

Key Features Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty Steering Strength – Built with forged tie rod ends featuring massive 1.25” threaded shanks, providing unparalleled strength and long-lasting durability.
  • Premium 7075 Aluminum Construction – The 2.0” solid 7075 aluminum tie rod flexes under impact, preventing bar deformation or knuckle damage, unlike traditional steel components.
  • Self-Correcting Memory Alloy – The aluminum’s memory properties allow the tie rod to return to its original shape after impact, maintaining precise steering alignment.
  • Advanced Anti-Roll Design – Built-in anti-roll capability in the tie rod ends prevents flopping and unnecessary movement, ensuring stable handling.

Precision Engineering Maximum Control

The CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Tie Rod Upgrade is built to withstand extreme off-road conditions while maintaining exceptional steering precision. CNC-machined components include wrench flats for easy adjustments, while friction washers ensure jam nuts stay tight in harsh environments. Designed to bolt directly into factory locations, this tie rod offers seamless installation and a factory-like fit.

Fitment Wheel Requirements

  • Compatible with 17” wheels featuring 4.75” backspacing or less.
  • AEV and stock Rubicon wheels require 1.5” wheel spacers.
  • Steering stabilizer installation – Includes a steering stabilizer clamp for use with factory or factory-style stabilizers—a relocation kit may be required for certain setups.


  • Vehicle Fitment: Designed for the Jeep Wrangler JL 18+, this 2.5 Ton Tie Rod Upgrade enhances steering durability, control, and impact resistance for extreme off-road conditions.

  • CORE Advantage: Engineered with self-correcting 7075 aluminum, it flexes under impact and returns to shape, eliminating steering failures and enhancing responsiveness.

  • Adjustability: Features CNC-machined wrench flats and jam nuts with friction washers, allowing precise alignment adjustments and maintaining tight steering in rugged terrain.

  • Construction: Machined from solid 2.0” 7075 aluminum for extreme impact resistance and durability. Features massive 1.25” threaded tie rod ends for superior strength and CNC-machined wrench flats for easy adjustments.

  • 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

Tie Rod built with 2” 7075 Aluminum. Forged Apex Chassis Rod Ends on both adjustable ends.

Make Model Submodel Years
Jeep Wrangler 2018 - Present

Construction & Materials

Tie Rod built with 2” 7075 Aluminum. Forged Apex Chassis Rod Ends on both adjustable ends.

Vehicle Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU (18–Present)
Brand CORE 4X4
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or LightGreen or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Aluminum or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Stabilizer Clamp Standard Clamp or Hydraulic Assist Clamp or Tie Rod Clamp for JL/JT - Fits Fox, Teraflex, And Standard Relocated Stabilizers That Bolt To The Tie Rod Instead Of The Rod End
Placement on Vehicle Front
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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Travis Walker Sep 24, 2025
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I have nothing but great things to say about this company and their customer service. If you like American made products backed by warranty and amazing customer support, this is the company for you. I have a Lexus GX470 and love their rear control arms.
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Ma TheMeatLoaf Mar 23, 2024
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Their website estimated 2 days to get my parts but actually took 11. No communication to let me know what’s going on. Parts were missing. Some days they answer questions, some they don’t. Didn’t let me know I’d have to alter stock bolts to fit their parts. All around just seems like they don’t care.
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Ryan Colligan Mar 4, 2026
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I have nothing but good things to say about Core 4x4. I have the crawler series on my JKU and we take it all over the place. These parts handle everything we throw at them.
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Devan Nelson Mar 25, 2019
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Had a great experience with Core 4x4, I desperately needed a custom track bar and found out just a couple days before Easter Jeep Safari. Spence was a huge help and made it happen with plenty of time to spare. Their parts are top notch!
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jacob trice Apr 27, 2025
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Core 4x4 has outstanding products at a fair price and unmatched customer service. When you call Korby, it's like talking with a friend. Very cool and helpul! I ordered some custom control arms, but from the wrong product line and they were super cool about returning them and upgrading to a better "Crawl" series. Only charged the difference between the two products. They paid all the return shipping and sent the uprgaded arms super quick. It was only a couple days. Awesome!! I couldn't be happier with the transaction👍🏼 Also, these control arms are stout and take a beating. I run heck out my Jeep in the rocks and desert. No problems whatsoever. Thanks Core 4x4, ya'll are welcome at my campfire anytime! Jake T. Pleasant Hill, Or.
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Mark DiGrappa Apr 27, 2025
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First off: Korby, the gentleman that helped me decide on which kit to go with is EASILY the nicest, and most patient person I’ve dealt with, when ordering parts for this build. Second: the quality of the product is INSANE! These parts are so nicely fabricated, then powder coated for extra longevity, and they even offer an aluminum upgrade in some cases (which I went with, to save weight). Having said all of this, the most impressive thing was the lead time. These parts are build to order, and I literally ordered my suspension one week ago, today! Yes, they built, powder coated, packaged, shipped my suspension components (RAM 1500 Track rear trailing arm full set in 7075 aluminum, and front upper control arms), AND they arrived, all within a week! Granted, that I’m only one state away, but WOW!!! One week?! Amazing! So, in sort: excellent products, which arrived excellently packaged (no damage, an boxes not over-stuffed with heavy suspension parts; three boxes total, as opposed to one super heavy one…my back thanks you), super quickly, and customer service that ANY business would be envious of….so, if you’re in the market, absolutely go with Core 4X4!
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Jason Jukich Jul 26, 2025
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Fast shipping, excellent communication, and awesome products
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Christopher Dami Jun 26, 2025
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2022 I ordered a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon in High Velocity yellow. Without any hesitation I knew I was going with Core 4x4’s 16pc Camp series suspension, powder coated in yellow. Compliments were a given from any and everyone that looked under my jeep. So beefy, I may have left some yellow paint on the rocks from Maine to Florida, but no bends or breaks. Customer service has been perfect each and every time I have needed something. Their warranty is top notch! Their communication is also wonderful. Might upgrade to the Crawl Series control arms where the Johnny joints are on both sides. Great all around company and a great team to troubleshoot your issue and come to a conclusion. Nothing bad to say about this company. Just love this suspension.
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Cody Whitlock Sep 24, 2025
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10/10 overall experience, shipping, customer service, and such a great product!
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Jonathan Word Aug 25, 2025
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Beefy parts made and painted well, very fair pricing for what you get, and fantastic customer service to boot. Easily my favorite place to get suspension parts.

Specifications

Color Black, Blue, Charcoal, Green, LightGreen, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow, Aluminum, Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Stabilizer Clamp Standard Clamp, Hydraulic Assist Clamp, Tie Rod Clamp for JL/JT - Fits Fox, Teraflex, And Standard Relocated Stabilizers That Bolt To The Tie Rod Instead Of The Rod End
Vehicle Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU (18–Present)
Brand CORE 4X4
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