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Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RU2 ★★★★★ (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 Upper Adjustable Control Arms

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Crawl Series Rear Upper Adjustable Control Arms
SKU: CRL-T-4R-96-RU2
Pick your vehicle to confirm fit

371.27 371.27 USD 451.45

451.45

(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

Maximize Suspension Performance Control

Upgrade your Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002) with the Crawl Series Rear Upper Control Arms, engineered for exceptional articulation, axle alignment, and long-term durability. Whether you're tackling rugged trails or daily driving, these arms provide the perfect balance of off-road flexibility and on-road stability.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty DOM Tubing Construction – Built from 1.5” OD 5/16” wall DOM Tubing, offering unmatched strength and longevity in extreme conditions.
  • Johnny Joints for Maximum Flexibility – Equipped with Johnny Joints at both ends, providing increased articulation, vibration dampening, and reduced suspension binding.
  • Left- and Right-Hand Threaded Adjustability – Allows on-vehicle adjustments for fine-tuning pinion angle, axle centering, and suspension geometry without removal.
  • Fully Adjustable for Lifted Vehicles – Designed for 0 to 6 inches of lift, these control arms enable precise alignment correction and pinion angle adjustments. For lifts beyond 6 inches, contact us for custom solutions.
  • Recommended Pairing – Pair these arms with our Crawl Series Rear Lower Control Arms (CRL-T-4R-96-RL2) for a complete rear-end suspension solution with full control over axle positioning and geometry.

Two-Stage Powder Coating for Maximum Protection

All components undergo a two-stage powder coating process for long-lasting durability and corrosion resistance. Zinc primer base coat prevents rust and protects against environmental damage. Durable top coat available in 10 custom colors for added protection and customization.

Proudly Made in the USA

Manufactured in Orem, UT, the Crawl Series Rear Upper Control Arms are built to the highest standards of American craftsmanship. By choosing CORE 4X4, you’re investing in high-quality, American-made products designed to handle the toughest 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 for precision axle alignment, enhanced suspension articulation, and improved drivability on and off the road.

  • CORE Advantage: Gain complete control over axle positioning, pinion angle adjustments, and suspension geometry for a smoother ride and reduced driveline vibrations.

  • Adjustability: Left- and right-hand threaded adjusters enable fine-tuning on-vehicle, allowing quick and precise alignment for lifts from 0 to 6 inches.

  • Construction: Heavy-duty 5/16” wall DOM tubing with Johnny Joints at both ends, delivering increased articulation, superior flexibility, 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 Upper control arms built with 1.5” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1” x 14 TPI - 2.32” 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 Upper control arms built with 1.5” OD 5/16” Wall DOM. Forged Johnny Joints on both adjustable ends with 1” x 14 TPI - 2.32” 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 Upper, 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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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.
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Robert Van Gorder Apr 27, 2025
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Amazing service. Bought a track bar through Americantrucks.com and they sent it with the wrong size bushing sleeve. Korby at Core 4x4 was quick to get me the correct size and very responsive. Will definitely be using more of their stuff.
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Dana Smith Jul 26, 2025
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Excellent, strong, and durable products—perfect for both on-road and off-road applications. The customer service is outstanding—friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful with understanding installation and ensuring I got exactly what I needed. I would definitely order again. Top-notch company with high-quality products made right here in the U.S.A.
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luke Mar 24, 2021
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Excellent quality product and service. My l lower control arms broke and within the same day core 4x4 hooked me up with tier 2 arms and with the color I wanted. My Jeep rides better and has been solid for several months so far. 10/10 would recommend their products to anyone.
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oleg k Nov 23, 2025
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I recently ordered a set of control arms from Core 4x4, and the entire experience was absolutely top-notch from start to finish. The ordering process was smooth, the parts arrived quickly, and the control arms themselves are extremely high quality—solid construction, great finish, and clearly built to last. I also want to give a special shout-out to Korby, the guy I spoke with during the process. His customer service was amazing. He went above and beyond to make sure I got exactly what I needed, answered all my questions, and made the whole experience stress-free. You don’t see service like that very often these days. If you’re looking for high-quality suspension components backed by truly exceptional customer service, I highly recommend Core 4x4. I’ll definitely be buying from them again.
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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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Owen Adams Sep 24, 2025
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These guys are awesome I messed up my address on my order somehow and they were so so helpful Korby was right there every step to a solution very communicative and respectful I will definitely be ordering parts with them in the future!
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Don Jul 26, 2025
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Great shop, great parts and great service. You want to buy off this company and company’s like this!!!! Wish we had more companies as good as this one!! Thank you
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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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David Nov 23, 2025
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First of I just want to say Great customer service korby Has helped me from the start and has not let me down! Reached out to him again today and he was able to warranty some parts out for me. As far as the quality of the parts.. excellent! The build quality is great. I can definitely tell a Difference from the cheap oem rear control arms to these and the pan hard bar. Color, From what I can tell it’s super durable been through a few mud holes on top of the daily road grime and after a quick wipe they still pop! Overall I recommend. Customer service is everything for me and it’s definitely there at Core 4x4.

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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