Reviews: Rugged Ridge Heavy-Duty Tie Rod/Drag Link Kit - 18050.83

Great products easy install big difference in handling five stars

Fairly easy to install but could have used a little better instructions. Overall, very pleased.

had to replace all the tie rod ends, so I decided to upgrade. glad I did, this is a great kit. everything is included. install was easy and directions are good. I did have to adjust the steering stops so that the tie rod would not come in contact with the differential and the steering stabilizer. I have not noticed any adverse affect to the turning radius. I have had no problems negotiating the trails I wheel on.

I have a shackle reversal kit on my Yj, spring over and 2.5” lift. The drag link contacts the tie rod, because the drop pitman arm is located too close to center of tie rod

This is a great heavy duty replacement for your old YJ or wrangler, however just be aware that you will have to buy a thinner steering damper so that it clears the tubing while steering, mounting brackets for the new location on drag link are included I wheeled them for a year hard on 35" Super Swamper LTBs with only one tie rod weakened at the end of the season I am running a 89 Wrangler 8.5" lifted, shackle reversal, detroit lockers, cammed 4L, many other mods