xjohnmatrix

Hey guys,

I'm going up from 3 inches to 4.5 and just bought adjustable control arms and a larger drop pitman to go along with it. I already have an RC adjustable track bar from before.

Would a stock tie rod and drag link be jeopardized with 4.5 inches of lift? Or can I wait to shell out more money at a later time

If they need to be replaced at this height, any recommendations on a tie rod (with ends)/drag link package that's good bang for the buck?

Thanks

xjohnmatrix

I read a few previous posts and some people mentioned a stock drag link with a V8 ZJ tie rod is a nice upgrade for cheap, even on larger lifts. If anyone can confirm this before I purchase, that would be great. Thank you.

andrewmp6

Its bolt on and thicker then the xjs stuff,Fred and a few others run it over 5 inches of lift with no problems

CurrySoSpicy

Hey matrix, a lot of people go with the V8 ZJ tie rod mod. If your XJ is wearing 31,32,33 inch tires. It will work out very well. I also recommend to replace both tie rod ends if they are worn out.

Here is another option:

https://www.ironrockoffroad.com/prod...y-tie-rod.html

The IRO tie rod is what I went with, you can order it with tie rods ends as well. Pretty beefy.

xjohnmatrix

Hey what's up Curry - that one + the TREs looks perfect, that's what I'll go with. Thanks for the link!

CurrySoSpicy

Nice! Mine is currently in the mail. I will PM you after I’m done dropping it in.

samiam

I am also in need of an upgrade and very interested in this. Please do a write up on it about the install and results, thanks.

CurrySoSpicy

Sure, check back here/subscribe to this thread, I will post a link to my build thread when it’s done.

Tbone289

Here's another similar option I'm considering: http://www.stinkyfab.com/steering-co...t-tie-rod.html

The demonstration videos are impressive.

CurrySoSpicy

It’s a pretty simple part that seems hard to screw up. I think most of the aftermarket solutions will be just fine from a quality standpoint. I guess it comes down to what companies are the best to deal with.

Tbone289

You would think so, wouldn't you? Jeep didn't seem to fare so well when designing the XJ....

CurrySoSpicy

True, lol. But that part was designed for standard abuse. Not that type of domestic, eye blackening beatings most guys give their Jeeps on this forum. Haha

CurrySoSpicy

Here are some primer photos, it was sitting on porch waiting for me to get home today. This thing is a beast, heavy as all get out.