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1996–02 Toyota 4Runner 3rd Gen

CORE 4X4 · Suspension SKU: CRS-T-4R-96-RL2

Toyota 4Runner 2pc Kit

Adjustable control arms — front upper, rear lower

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Cruise Series Rear Lower Adjustable Control Arms
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100% bolt-on, no welding Made in USA · Orem, Utah You break it, we replace it Joints you rebuild instead of replace
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Toyota 4Runner 2pc Kit

Toyota 4Runner 96-02 2pc Cruise Series Rear Lower Adjustable Control Arms

Adjustable control arms — front upper, rear lower

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100% bolt-on, no welding Made in USA · Orem, Utah You break it, we replace it Joints you rebuild instead of replace
Talk to an Expert: 385-375-2104
Built to order, usually ships in 1–3 days.
Enter ZIP for arrival estimate Delivery date by ZIP
Order by 3:00 PM MT today — we'll start tomorrow
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Alignment recommended You break it, we replace it. Made In USA

Made in USA Orem, Utah
You break it, we replace it Warranty on non-wear items
10 Colors In-house powder coat
Fully Adjustable 0-6" of lift
3 X-Series Options Only Core 4x4

Product Details

Make Model Submodel Years
Toyota 4Runner 1996–2002

  • Vehicle Fitment: Toyota 4Runner 96-02 – Improves rear axle alignment, reduces driveline vibrations, and enhances handling stability for a smoother ride both on and off-road.

  • CORE Advantage: Keeps the rear axle properly centered, optimizes pinion angles, and reduces body sway and tire wear for improved suspension performance.

  • Adjustability: Fully adjustable for lifts from 0 to 6 inches, ensuring precise axle centering, pinion angle correction, and suspension geometry for stock and lifted vehicles.

  • Construction: Built from heavy-duty steel tubing with tapered polyurethane bushings to reduce NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness), providing durability, strength, and enhanced ride quality.

  • 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. You break it, we replace it.

Built With

Rear Lower control arms built with 1.875” OD 3/16” Wall steel tube. Polyurethane Bushings on the fixed and adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 3.25” long threads.

Poly bushingsJoints
1.875" OD lowers / 1.625" OD uppersTubing
3/16" steel tubeWall
Periodic greasingMaintenance

Construction & Materials

Rear Lower control arms built with 1.875” OD 3/16” Wall steel tube. Polyurethane Bushings on the fixed and adjustable ends with 1.25” x 12 TPI - 3.25” long threads.

Vehicle Toyota 4Runner (96-02)
Brand CORE 4X4
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or LightGreen or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Hardware No Hardware or Complete Kit
Series Cruise Series
Placement on Vehicle Rear Lower, Rear
Mounting Style Bolt-On

Upgrade Your 4Runner’s Rear Suspension for Maximum Stability

Improve your Toyota 4Runner’s handling and durability with the Cruise Series Rear Lower Control Arms, designed for model years 1996-2002. These control arms provide greater strength, improved alignment control, and enhanced off-road capability, making them a crucial upgrade over factory components.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Precise Axle and Pinion Angle Adjustment – Reduces driveline vibrations and ensures proper pinion angle correction for smoother operation.
  • Enhanced Handling and Stability – Keeps the rear axle centered, reducing body sway and premature tire wear.
  • Adjustable for Lifted Applications – Designed to accommodate 0 to 6-inch lifts, ensuring proper suspension geometry and future lift flexibility.
  • Tapered Polyurethane Bushings – Reduces noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) while providing superior durability and ride quality.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction – Fabricated from robust steel tubing for exceptional strength and longevity.
  • Recommended Pairing – For complete rear axle alignment and pinion angle control, pair these control arms with our Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms (CRS-T-4R-96-RU2).

Optimized Pinion Angle and Rear Axle Centering

Lifting your Toyota 4Runner can alter the rear pinion angle, leading to driveline vibrations and added strain on U-joints. These adjustable lower control arms work with rear upper control arms to dial in the perfect pinion angle, ensuring a smooth, vibration-free ride.

Durable Two-Stage Powder Coating for Maximum Protection

Each component undergoes a two-stage powder coating process for exceptional corrosion resistance: Zinc primer base coat – Protects against rust and wear. Durable top coat – Available in 10 colors, allowing for aesthetic customization and added protection.

Proudly Made in the USA

The Cruise Series Rear Lower Control Arms are manufactured in Orem, UT, with locally sourced materials. We maintain strict quality control to ensure precision engineering, durability, and superior performance.

Upgrade your 4Runner today and enjoy enhanced stability, smoother handling, and ultimate durability on any terrain!


Each rebuild kit includes all necessary components to replace and restore wearable parts.

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, and any add-on options, then add to cart — you’ll confirm your lift height at checkout. 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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Andrew LaFave May 27, 2025
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I am really please with this company. Great product, i had an issue with a couple of the jonnhy joint bushings, they explained what had caused it and how to fix it. Within hrs of receiving my inquiry, i had heard back with the required info I needed. A couple hrs later problem was fixed and ready for the trail again. They care about heir product and their customers. Thanks crew, you rock
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Kevin Kinard Oct 24, 2025
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Great product, excellent customer service. I mistakingly ordered a track bar for the wrong year model and Korby helped me out by sending me the correct part that I needed no questions asked. I highly recommend.
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Oldgreg jr Mar 23, 2025
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Good company, they offer well built parts and Great customer service. I had a couple of hang ups with my control arms that I purchased, they were very easy to work with and found the solution to make them work.
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niceguyr1 Mar 24, 2023
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I purchased upper and lower adjustable arms for my WJ and lowers were missing the spacers. I didn't know until 3 months later when I was installing them. With absolutely zero hassles they quickly sent me the missing spacers. Fantastic product and service! Huge thank you guys for the awesome service and parts!!! Customer service is quickly becoming a lost commodity and you guys gave me hope that it's still alive and well, you just have to buy from the right people... Thanks again for going above and beyond! 👍👍
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Matt Mar 23, 2024
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The best products on the market. 95% of my xj is core 4x4 products
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Abbey Hiett Mar 25, 2019
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Fernando Salazar Aug 25, 2025
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Great quality control arms and great customer service. Korby has been a great help at answering my questions on some issues I’ve been having with installation!
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Core 4x4 has outstanding products at a fair price and unmatched customer service. When you call Korby, it's like talking with a friend. Very cool and helpul! I ordered some custom control arms, but from the wrong product line and they were super cool about returning them and upgrading to a better "Crawl" series. Only charged the difference between the two products. They paid all the return shipping and sent the uprgaded arms super quick. It was only a couple days. Awesome!! I couldn't be happier with the transaction👍🏼 Also, these control arms are stout and take a beating. I run heck out my Jeep in the rocks and desert. No problems whatsoever. Thanks Core 4x4, ya'll are welcome at my campfire anytime! Jake T. Pleasant Hill, Or.
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bryan angell Jun 26, 2025
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First off amazing products. I got a set of adjustable control arms for my XJ and it is so nice to be able to dial in caster and pinion angles. A quick call and I was able to purchase an adjustable track.
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