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Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Lower Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RL2 ★★★★★ (132 reviews)
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Lifetime warranty Fitment guarantee Ships from Orem, UT 4–8 hr install
Free mounting hardware included — a $20 value
COLOR 11 colors — pick yours
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Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Lower Adjustable Control Arms

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Lower Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RL2
Pick your vehicle to confirm fit

423.08 423.08 USD 514.45

514.45

(Save 18%)

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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Order today — ships by Mon, Jun 1
Salt Lake City, UT change
Order by 3:00 PM MT today — we'll start tomorrow
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Free mounting hardware included — a $20 value

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

Unmatched Off-Road Flexibility On-Road Stability

Upgrade your Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002) with the Crawl Series Rear Lower Control Arms, engineered for superior strength, flexibility, and precise suspension tuning. Whether you’re navigating rocky trails or city streets, these control arms provide the perfect balance of durability, articulation, and alignment control to outperform stock and aftermarket alternatives.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty DOM Tubing Construction – Crafted from 1.75” OD 5/16” wall DOM Tubing, these control arms provide exceptional strength and longevity, far surpassing factory components.
  • Johnny Joints for Maximum Flexibility – Equipped with Johnny Joints at both ends, these arms offer unmatched articulation, reducing suspension binding and improving off-road performance.
  • Left- and Right-Hand Threaded Adjustability – Designed for on-vehicle adjustments, these arms allow for precise pinion angle and axle alignment corrections without removal.
  • Fully Adjustable for Lifted Vehicles – Compatible with 0 to 6 inches of lift, these arms enable optimal axle centering and suspension geometry adjustments. For lifts beyond 6 inches, contact us for custom solutions.
  • Recommended Pairing – Pair these control arms with our Crawl Series Rear Upper Control Arms (CRL-T-4R-96-RU2) for full control over axle positioning and pinion angle adjustments.

Two-Stage Powder Coating for Superior Protection

To ensure long-lasting durability and corrosion resistance, these control arms undergo a rigorous two-stage powder coating process. Zinc primer base coat – Provides advanced protection against rust and environmental elements. Durable top coat – Available in 10 custom color options to add a personalized finish that matches your Jeep’s style.

Proudly Made in the USA

Manufactured in Orem, UT, our Crawl Series Rear Lower Control Arms are built with the highest standards of American craftsmanship. By choosing CORE 4X4, you’re supporting locally made, high-quality suspension components designed to withstand the most demanding 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 to enhance rear suspension strength, articulation, and driveline stability for lifted and off-road setups.

  • CORE Advantage: Delivers precise control over axle positioning, pinion angle adjustments, and articulation, reducing driveline vibration and improving suspension flex.

  • Adjustability: Accommodates 0 to 6 inches of lift with left- and right-hand threaded adjusters, allowing fine-tuned suspension corrections without removal.

  • Construction: Heavy-duty 1.75” OD 5/16” wall DOM tubing with Johnny Joints at both ends, ensuring extreme articulation, vibration reduction, 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 Lower control arms built with 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 2.625” 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 Lower control arms built with 1.75” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 2.625” 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 Lower, 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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Melody Baker Jan 22, 2026
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I ordered a part for my 03 Jeep TJ and all I can say is wow! Korby at Core 4x4 is a total rockstar!! There was a glitch with my payment and within minutes, Korby reached out to me to get it fixed, then sent my receipt with the tracking number. I lost the number and reached out to him during the Holidays and got a rapid response with the number again. I can’t say enough about the customer service and the quality of parts. Thank you!!
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Brian Wadsworth Jun 26, 2025
Google
Amazing product! Shipping was quick, packaging was great and support was outstanding!!
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Cade Leith Mar 23, 2024
Google
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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Shawn Hooten Apr 27, 2025
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Great products, shipped the next day during a big sale event. Core 4x4 gets it right and gets it done! Thank you all.
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Aaron Lake Apr 27, 2025
Google
Korby was a great help with getting me a set of leaf springs for my Cherokee. Great customer service and an awesome product all made in the USA. Proud to support and rock their parts on my vehicle. 👍 …
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Zen Asher Mar 23, 2025
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The quality and durability of the arms are the best. They are super heavy duty. And lifetime warranty is crazy
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Victor Keele Sep 24, 2025
Google
Great customer service. I got my front upper and lower control arms and hardware on Friday afternoon. It didn’t come with instructions so I called Core 4X4 and they immediately e mailed me the instructions. Also, the kit I got had the spacers missing so I called. It was late Friday by thus time but they took care of the issue first thing Monday morning and I got the spacers on Tuesday. Great company.
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Sal Torres May 27, 2025
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upper control arms look great and went on easy.. only reason I gave 4 stars and not 5 is because of a shipping issue which put my build a week behind. The issue was resolved quickly and painlessly, great customer service. Only time will tell how control arms perform but they look great and like they will go above and beyond control arm demand.
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Chris Oct 24, 2025
Google
Great product for a good price. Customer service is top notch, I had an issue which was self cause and Core 4x4 helped me out even though it was my own fault. Would definitely recommend and use them again.
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Derek Whitfield Nov 20, 2025
Google
Solid product, the lifetime warranty sealed the deal for me. Installed on my TJ and the ride quality improved noticeably. Shipping took a bit longer than expected but the parts were worth the wait.

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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