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2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit

Jeep Gladiator JT 20+ 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit
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1,148.13 1148.13 USD 1,275.70

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2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit

Jeep Gladiator JT 20+ 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit
SKU: ST-J-JT-SK2
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1,148.13 1148.13 USD 1,275.70

1,275.70

(Save 10%)

COLOR 12 colors
Black Blue Charcoal Green Light Green Orange Purple Red White Yellow Raw Aluminum 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.
  • Color
    Powder coat color for control arms and track bars. Does not affect performance.
  • Brand
  • Drag Link Orientation
    Select flipped drag link only if your steering has already been converted to over-the-knuckle.
  • 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 Gladiator JT’s Steering Performance to the Next Level

The CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Steering Kit Upgrade is engineered for maximum durability, precision control, and extreme off-road resilience. This premium kit ensures unwavering stability and handling confidence in any terrain. Whether you're tackling technical rock crawls, blasting through desert trails, or conquering rugged off-road terrain, this kit guarantees tight, controlled steering under the harshest conditions.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Unmatched Steering Strength – Built with forged tie rod and drag link ends featuring massive 1.25” threaded shanks, ensuring long-lasting strength and superior impact resistance.
  • Premium 7075 Aluminum Construction – Machined from 2.0” solid 7075 aluminum, this kit absorbs and disperses impact forces, preventing steering component failures in extreme off-road conditions.
  • Self-Correcting Memory Alloy – The aluminum’s memory properties allow the tie rod and drag link to flex under impact and return to their original shape, maintaining precise steering alignment.
  • Customizable Powder Coat Finish – Choose from 10 distinct powder coat colors or opt for raw aluminum to match your Gladiator’s rugged build.

Recommended Pairing

Maximize steering precision by pairing with the Crawl Series Front Track Bar (CRL-J-JT-FTB1) for increased front-end stability and improved handling.

Ultimate Steering Performance Durability

Designed for off-road dominance, the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Steering Kit Upgrade reinforces your Gladiator JT’s steering system, providing greater response, improved control, and exceptional durability. Unlike traditional steel tie rods and drag links, our 7075 aluminum components absorb shock without bending, protecting your steering knuckles and suspension from unnecessary stress.

Lifetime Warranty Wearable Parts Guarantee

Lifetime Warranty: If you permanently bend the tie rod or drag link or break a tie rod end, we’ll replace it—no questions asked.

Wearable Parts Guarantee: Tie rod ends are covered for 18 months, ensuring long-lasting reliability.

Important Notes

For vehicles with less than a 4.5" lift, the under-the-knuckle setup is recommended. If your vehicle is lifted 4.5" or above, we recommend the over-the-knuckle setup which requires relocating your track bar to keep the angles correct and prevent bump steer.

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: Recommended in the stock location—a relocation kit may be required for certain setups.

Conclusion

The CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Steering Kit Upgrade is the ultimate solution for 2020–present Jeep Gladiator JT owners seeking unmatched steering durability, precision handling, and off-road reliability. Built from race-proven 7075 aluminum, this kit enhances control, prevents failures, and ensures long-term performance in the harshest environments. Upgrade today and experience the confidence of total steering control.

 

  • Vehicle Fitment: Designed for the Jeep Gladiator JT 20+, this 2.5 Ton Steering Kit Upgrade strengthens steering performance, providing superior control and durability for extreme off-road conditions.

  • CORE Advantage: Features a self-correcting 7075 aluminum tie rod and drag link that flex under impact and return to shape, preventing steering failures and enhancing precision.

  • Adjustability: CNC-machined wrench flats and jam nuts with friction washers allow precise on-vehicle alignment, ensuring tight, responsive steering in any terrain.

  • Construction: Machined from solid 2.0” 7075 aluminum for superior impact resistance and durability. Includes massive 1.25” threaded tie rod and drag link ends for extreme strength, along with 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 and Drag Link made from 2" 7075 Aluminum. Tie Rod and Drag Link use Apex Chassis Forged Rod Ends.

Make Model Submodel Years
Jeep Gladiator 2020 - Present

Construction & Materials

Tie Rod and Drag Link made from 2" 7075 Aluminum. Tie Rod and Drag Link use Apex Chassis Forged Rod Ends.

Vehicle Jeep Gladiator JT (20–Present)
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or Light Green or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Raw Aluminum or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Brand CORE 4X4
Drag Link Orientation Factory Mounting (under the knuckle) or Drag Link Flip w/ Tapered Sleeve And Drill Bit (over the knuckle)
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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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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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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Cade Leith Mar 23, 2024
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Have full upper/lower CA set on both front and rear axles on a 96 ZJ. These are the rubber bushing sets not joint sets. I have beat the hell out it in the Nevada desert for 2 years and has been great. I don’t go fast but I do articulate suspension a lot. Super solid and haven’t any issues. Just inspected the entire set recently due to some banging under it. Turns out the banging is lower rear shock bushings. Inspected each CA along the way nothing. Aside from dirt and obviously winter roads and what not still in excellent condition, bushings are solid like the day they were installed. I’ll add that I’m about tapped on a short arm at 4.25(less with settle) so the front CA’s get beat on just from that, still they’re like new. Paint is great condition, this set is red. I would definitely buy again. Another plus for me, Utah isn’t local necessarily, but it’s nice to support businesses closer to me.
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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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Gary Haag Aug 25, 2025
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Ordered a set of Core 4x4 control arms for my 2006 Jeep TJ. These are some heavy duty quality control arms. Can't wait to get them installed. Great customer service too!
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Korosunagi Jul 26, 2025
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I broke a grease fitting off in my end link. I thought I was going to have to buy a new one. Reached out to Core 4x4 and wham! bam! They fixed it and sent it back with 2 day shipping. Got it a day early even. If they couldn't fix it they were going to send me a new one. Now that's customer service! They are now a permanent part of my garage. Thank you Core 4x4!
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Matt Mar 23, 2024
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The best products on the market. 95% of my xj is core 4x4 products
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Mike Martinez Aug 25, 2025
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Phenomenal company - very rare to come by in the automotive industry. Also very impressing. Let me start here. I got a set of yellow sway bar end links for my 19 ram DT (new body style) and let me tell you, I’m hooked. For numerous reasons. One the craftsmanship behind the product is unmatched for sure for without breaking the bank. 2ndly, they stand behind their product. Had a very minor issue and it was resolved in a blink of an eye!!! Insane. Just because of what i listed above i will forever spend my money with core 4x4! And i think you should too! I have no affiliation at all with this company besides being a consumer. I will be ordering my yellow UCAs and the rest of my rear suspension from them here shortly! Korby on the other hand. The representative that helped me went above and beyond FAST. I hung up the phone with him, and with in no lie 3 minutes he was calling back with an answer. GREAT GREAT GREAT customer service, Korby you and core 4x4 are what give us hope in the car community! With much love and great health to you all!!
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Jason Jukich Jul 26, 2025
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Fast shipping, excellent communication, and awesome products
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Mike T Nov 23, 2025
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Korby and the rest of the team at Core 4x4 know there stuff and answered my question in a timely manner. They even were able to quick ship a re-build kit for me so I could get my truck back on the road- Thanks!

Specifications

Color Black, Blue, Charcoal, Green, Light Green, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow, Raw Aluminum, Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Drag Link Orientation Factory Mounting (under the knuckle), Drag Link Flip w/ Tapered Sleeve And Drill Bit (over the knuckle)
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 Gladiator JT (20–Present)
Brand CORE 4X4
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