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Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link

Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU 18+ Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link
SKU: ST-J-JL-DL1
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600.00 600.0 USD 600.00

600.00

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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  • 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.
  • Drag Link Orientation
    Select flipped drag link only if your steering has already been converted to over-the-knuckle.
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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

Upgrade Your Jeep Wrangler JL’s Steering System

Upgrade your 2018–present Jeep Wrangler JL with the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade. Designed for off-road durability and precision steering, this complete drag link assembly ensures maximum strength, impact resistance, and long-term performance. Whether you’re tackling technical trails or daily driving, this upgrade provides the confidence and control needed for any terrain.

Key Features Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty Forged Construction – Built with forged tie rod ends featuring 1.25” threaded shanks for exceptional durability.
  • 2.0” Solid 7075 Aluminum Bar – High-strength aluminum absorbs impact, preventing tie rod bending or knuckle damage.
  • Self-Correcting Memory Alloy – The 7075 aluminum allows the drag link to flex and return to its original shape after impact, ensuring long-term performance.
  • Customizable Finish Options – Choose between raw aluminum or 10 distinct powder coat colors to match your Jeep’s build.

Ultimate Steering Control Durability

The CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade is built to handle extreme off-road conditions while maintaining precise steering control. Unlike traditional steel components, the solid 7075 aluminum construction absorbs and disperses impact energy, protecting your steering system from damage and ensuring long-lasting performance.

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.


  • Vehicle Fitment: Designed for the Jeep Wrangler JL 18+, this 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade enhances steering strength, control, and impact resistance for extreme off-road applications.

  • CORE Advantage: Features a 7075 aluminum self-correcting design that flexes under impact and returns to shape, preventing steering damage while maintaining precise handling.

  • 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 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

Drag Link built with 2” 7075 Aluminum. Forged Apex Chassis Rod Ends on both adjustable ends.

Make Model Submodel Years
Jeep Wrangler 2018 - Present

Construction & Materials

Drag Link 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.
Drag Link Orientation Factory Mounting (under the knuckle) or Drag Link Flip w/ Tapered Sleeve And Drill Bit (over the knuckle)
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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Brian Wadsworth Jun 26, 2025
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Amazing product! Shipping was quick, packaging was great and support was outstanding!!
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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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Roger Hooks Jun 26, 2025
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2018 Ram 2500 Rear Control Arms and Rear track Bar been running for about a year, Great Solid Products and great one on one customer service, same day response with issue resolved! Thanks Korby!
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Victor Keele Sep 24, 2025
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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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Robin Poole Jul 26, 2025
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I had several questions before my purchase and Korby helped me with the correct parts to order and recommendations. Outstanding customer service and product knowledge! Can't wait to install them!
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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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Cameron Masters Mar 24, 2023
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Absolutely incredible family owned business. I asked to pick up my order since I’m local and they came in on a weekend to accommodate. Had to make some adjustments to parts and took the time to make sure it was perfect. Parts are incredible quality. If you have a Jeep, do not hesitate to support this local business.
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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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Bailey Smith Mar 23, 2025
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Core 4x4 excels with precision and service and keeps nothing else higher in mind. Everyone I've met at the company is very honest and down to earth, 10/10 would recommend.
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Jaime Overmyer Nov 23, 2025
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Korby was extremely helpful in helping me find the right part for my truck. He was kind, knowledgeable, and patient while I asked a million questions. He also went out of his way to find the right shipping option for me since it’s tricky where I live. I’m looking forward to getting the parts so I can fix my truck and go adventuring again soon!

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.
Drag Link Orientation Factory Mounting (under the knuckle), Drag Link Flip w/ Tapered Sleeve And Drill Bit (over the knuckle)
Vehicle Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU (18–Present)
Brand CORE 4X4
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