Hey guys,

im in the middle of doing ball joints, new shocks & 2” spacers on the front springs. While working on it, I noticed the tie rods look shot.

should I just replace with standard tie rods or is there any type of upgrade that makes sense?

it’s a daily driver that sees minimal off roaring from time to time

thanks in advance.

 

You can always do the ZJ upgrade .

 

ok, tell me more…

what is the big difference? Pros & cons?

how easy is it to do?

 

You use a 1998 zj v8 driver side tie rod assembly , it is much stronger .

 

Stock or zj will both work fine as a daily driver acasional dirt steering set up. Just as jeep themselves designed it.

 

The V8 ZJ tie rod is a good upgrade. Just put one on my son's TJ. But if you can't find one, there are a number of heavy duty tie rods from aftermarket vendors. The drag link is adequate for just about anyone. I would recommend not going with "steering upgrades". Most of them have characteristics you won't llike