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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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567.46 567.46 USD 690.00

690.00

(Save 18%)

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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    Powder coat color for control arms and track bars. Does not affect performance.
  • Stabilizer Clamp
    Match your steering stabilizer mounting style. Standard clamp, hydraulic assist, or tie rod clamp.
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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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Tony Moller Aug 25, 2025
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Awesome parts! Support the older Jeeps! Great customer service.
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Eric Hernandez (savagefit) May 27, 2025
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The whole process was quick and painless. The products are top tier and when I reached out them for package update info, Korby Linscomb was very responsive, and got me the answers I needed the same day. Even when I emailed back to some additional info, he sent what I was looking for that same day. I love core 4x4 and will be giving them my business from now on.
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Dmitriy D May 27, 2025
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Installed rear and upper control arms and track bar on my 3rd Gen 4RUNNER to align rear axle and restore factory wheel base after 3.5" lift. Car drives better than New! Improved handling cornering and overall driving. Very solid and high quality made product. Support is outstanding. Shipping extremely fast. Thank you so much. I wish you will have something new for my car.
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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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Samuel “SamDaman904” Anscher Mar 23, 2024
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I meant to put this reviewing about a year ago now, but ever since I’ve had the core 4 x 4, upper and lower control arms on my 2017 ram 1500, they have worked flawlessly leave been on many offering chips, and I’ll definitely be buying new accessories from them in the future and their new upper control arms that they’re offering for all of the ram trucks. Fantastic customer service fantastic health very automotive, off-road, friendly, and any aftermarket thing for your truck or SUV that they currently have!
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Abbey Hiett Mar 25, 2019
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Company finally made things right
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Jon Stempien May 27, 2025
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Big thanks to Corby at core 4 x 4 outstanding customer service I like to thank them or 4 x 4 for helping me Well-made product in the United States recommend core 4 x 4 for all jeep Owners that like the four wheel
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Justin Mar 24, 2021
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Small business, family owned, made in the USA, lifetime warranty. Purchased Tier 3 control arms and rear track bar for a 2006 Jeep LJ. Simple website and easy to contact over phone and email. I had some technical questions and they were happy to answer them. They allow local pickup and were built to order same week. The order was wrapped and ready when I walked in and even gave a tour of the shop. They abrasive blast all raw materials to achieve a better surface profile for powdercoat to adhere and create a smooth, durable finish. I also noticed several CNC machines and a robotic welder they use for all their parts. A small outfit with a robotic welder? Their concern for quality is obvious and it shows in the parts they make. Very impressed. Happy to do business with these guys.
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Harold Kruder Mar 23, 2024
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I needed some parts and had to replace 1 lower control arm and their customer service is great. Helped with answering my questions and got parts shipped quickly.
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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.

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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