So swapping the steering wouldn't fix it? I know there's a problem with my stock. Haha half of it is bent now because of the locker.

I'd honestly put in a ZJ tie rod and see how it feels. Very common UPGRADE for the XJ. And should suffice for 31s

Just the tie rod? What about drag link??

Rugged Ridge steering isn't a good choice. Go read the reviews where people talk about how the setup in subpar. You could even take the advice of the people who you asked your question to in the first place and who gave you alternatives.

If you don't want to pay to have someone weld your junk up, than at least buy something you can get parts for at any parts store around the nation. I'm sorry if this is not what you wanted to hear.

The drag link is the same between the two.

You say the tie rod is your problem area right? The XJ and ZJ drag link are the same. If you're dead set on 1 ton, do it. But go with a better kit. Serious offroad is the way to go

I was looking at it. But if just swapping the tie rod will help then ill do that. 1 ton just seemed like a good upgrade I'd never have to worry about no matter how high I go or what tire size I go up to

How bout you post a clear picture of your front end to show us this "bended steering" you're talking about.

And the ZJ tie rod is a very good upgrade. It did me good until I went to 1 ton

Would a heavy duty tie rod or zj rod and new hd ends help a lot and fit my purpose? Will it help turning in 4wd?

Ill get one. It's not so bent I can't drive but it's bending ha. What kit did you go with?

Well thanks guys. I think I got it all figured out.

Made your decision just like that? I have Serious Offroad's 1 ton UTK.

What are you goin with?

Just going to upgrade the tie rod and all ends. And see how that works. I was just so dead set on 1 ton. Maybe this simple thing will fix it

It's worth a shot if you ask me. Let us know how it does

Definitely. Also not spending money on the one ton will allow me to get my control arms. Bushings and shackles.