Rugged Ridge 18050.88 Heavy Duty Tie Rod & Drag Link Kit w/ Damper 84-06 Jeep

Vehicle Fitment

• 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ (4.0L) - coverage confirmed.
• 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ - coverage confirmed.
• 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ & Unlimited (all trims) - coverage confirmed.
• Fitment for model years beyond 2006 or other platforms is unconfirmed.

Features

• DOM steel tie rod and drag link tubes (1-1/4" ID, ¼" wall thickness) provide one-ton strength.
• Includes heavy-duty 7/8" rod ends that utilize standard tapered knuckle mounting for direct fit.
• Integrated steering damper for improved control and reduced vibration/wobble under larger tire use.
• Bolt-on installation with no modifications to steering knuckles required.
• Designed for vehicles with larger tires and moderate lifts (not recommended for lifts over 4" without further modification).
• Prevents bent tie rods and improves durability in off-road or high-stress use conditions.
• Includes drag link, tie rod, ends and damper in one comprehensive kit.
• Covered by a 5-year limited warranty for original purchaser in U.S.

Specifications

• Material: Cold-rolled DOM steel tubing (1¼" ID, ¼" wall), heavy-duty rod ends, steering damper.
• Finish: Black powder-coat protective finish.
• Fitment: 1984-2006 Jeep XJ/ZJ/TJ platforms (see list above).
• Installation: Uses factory mounting bracket locations; typical install time about 1-2 hours for competent installer.

Included Components

• 1x Tie-rod tube assembly
• 1x Drag-link tube assembly
• 3x 7/8" heavy-duty rod ends with tapered male threads
• 1x Steering damper and mounting hardware
• Installation hardware kit (bolts, clamps, nuts, washers) and instruction sheet

Product Description

The Rugged Ridge 18050.88 Heavy Duty Tie Rod & Drag Link Kit with Damper is engineered for off-road drivers and lifted vehicles using the XJ, ZJ and TJ platforms (1984-2006 Jeep applications). It delivers substantial reinforcement to the front steering linkage by replacing factory components with heavy-duty DOM steel tubes and oversized rod ends, improving durability and steering reliability under large tire and trail use conditions.

Installation is designed to be straightforward: the kit bolts into existing steering system mounting points, uses standard tapered rod end threads to fit factory knuckles, and includes a steering damper to absorb vibration and improve control. While it supports moderately lifted vehicles, the manufacturer recommends against its use on lifts over 4" or wheels with extreme backspacing to ensure optimal performance.

Before purchasing, please verify your vehicle is one of the listed models (1984-2001 Cherokee XJ, 1993-98 Grand Cherokee ZJ, 1997-2006 Wrangler TJ/LJ). Fitment for other model years or Jeep platforms (such as JK, JL) is currently unconfirmed at the time of this listing.