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SKU: CRS-T-4R-96-RU2 ★★★★★ (132 reviews)
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SKU: CRS-T-4R-96-RU2
Fits: 1996 - 2024 Toyota 4Runner Add vehicle
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    Powder coat color for control arms and track bars. Does not affect performance.
  • Hardware
    Choose upgraded hardware if your factory hardware is worn, damaged, or missing.
  • Series
    Cruise: daily driving and light off-road. Camp: overlanding. Crawl: aggressive rock crawling.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
4
Upper Control Arms
4
Lower Control Arms
2
Front Track Bars
2
Rear Track Bars
4
End Links

4–8 hr install Moderate Alignment recommended Lifetime warranty on all non-wear items Made In USA

Made in USA Orem, Utah
Lifetime Guarantee Unconditional
10 Colors In-house powder coat
Ships in 3 Days From our UT facility
Fully Adjustable 0-6" of lift
3 X-Series Options Only Core 4x4

Why Builders Choose CORE 4X4

Warranty facts, not marketing language.

vs. MetalCloak

Their “lifetime” language refers to their service model. Actual parts warranty: 1 year. Ours: lifetime.

vs. Teraflex

Skip a maintenance interval? Their warranty voids. Ours doesn’t.

vs. Clayton Off Road

Clayton warrants their Johnny Joints for 90 days. We cover ours for life.

Enhance Control, Alignment, and Durability

Upgrade your Toyota 4Runner’s rear suspension with the Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms, engineered to optimize pinion angle, re-center the axle, and improve ride quality for model years 1996-2002. Whether you’re conquering off-road trails or maintaining on-road stability, these adjustable control arms provide the strength, flexibility, and durability needed for superior handling.

What’s Included in the Kit?

  • Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms (CRS-T-4R-96-RU2)

Key Features and Benefits

  • Optimized Pinion Angle for Reduced Driveline Vibrations – Adjusts for proper driveline alignment, minimizing unwanted vibrations and stress on the drivetrain.
  • Full Rear Axle Alignment – When paired with our Rear Lower Control Arms (CRS-T-4R-96-RL2), these arms completely correct axle position, ensuring optimal suspension geometry.
  • Heavy-Duty Steel Tubing Construction – Built from high-strength steel tubing, ensuring maximum durability in all driving conditions.
  • Adjustability for Lifted Applications – Designed to accommodate 0 to 6-inch lifts, maintaining correct suspension geometry and alignment control.
  • Tapered Polyurethane Bushings – Provides reduced noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), improving overall ride quality.

Engineered for Pinion Angle Precision and Axle Re-Centering

Lifting a Toyota 4Runner affects pinion angle and axle alignment, which can lead to driveline stress, vibration, and uneven tire wear. Our Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms allow precise pinion angle adjustments, reducing driveline strain while improving handling and suspension performance.

Two-Stage Powder Coating for Long-Lasting Protection

Each control arm undergoes a two-stage powder coating process for maximum corrosion resistance and durability: Zinc primer base coat – Shields against rust and harsh elements. Durable top coat – Available in 10 colors, providing customization and additional protection.

Proudly Made in the USA

Manufactured in Orem, UT, the Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms are crafted with strict quality control and locally sourced materials, ensuring long-lasting reliability and top-tier performance.

Optional Hardware Upgrade

Installs easily using factory hardware. For those dealing with rusted or seized bolts, optional Grade 8 hardware kits are available separately.

In Conclusion

The Cruise Series Rear Upper Control Arms are the ideal upgrade for Toyota 4Runner owners looking to optimize pinion angle, eliminate driveline vibrations, and fully correct axle positioning. Whether you’re daily driving or hitting off-road trails, these control arms ensure stability, adjustability, and long-term durability.

Upgrade your 4Runner today for a smoother, more controlled driving experience!

 

Make Model Submodel Years
Toyota 4Runner 1996 - 2024

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

Master Rebuild kit for CRS-T-4R-96-RU2 $ 60.00

Vehicle Toyota 4Runner (96–24)
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

Select your lift size in Step 1 — the kit ships with the correct geometry for that height. If you’re running a non-standard setup, call us before ordering and we’ll confirm compatibility.

Death wobble is a geometry problem, not just worn parts. Cruise Series corrects caster angle and eliminates the flex points that let shimmy start. Replacing one part at a time delays the fix — this replaces the geometry.

Yes, if you’ve done a lift kit before. Full-day project. Watch the complete JT install walkthrough on our YouTube channel — most owners wrap it in a day. Any off-road shop can run it if you’d rather have it done.

Any non-wear component fails — we replace it. No mileage cap. No maintenance intervals to track. No fine print about voiding if you miss a service. Lifetime means lifetime.

Teraflex’s lifetime warranty voids if you miss a maintenance interval. MetalCloak’s actual parts warranty is 12 months — their “lifetime” language refers to their service program. No conditions here.

See It Installed

Install videos and build guides on our YouTube channel.

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Colten Lockwood Mar 25, 2019
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Recieved warrenty exchanges for my control arms last night couldnt be happier!!! Lets talk about the arms tho! Great quality arms in multiple styles and colors!!! I purchased the teir 3 short arns for my 98 xj. I can say that they setoff nicely so my 35 inch tires do not rub! As long as you can get a photo or video of broken hardware core will take care of you. The body of the arm is bulletproof. However make sure to maintain and grease the joints regularly as with any greaseable joint and they shouldkast forever. I had a few problems arise a year after purchase and after some troubleshooting spence was able to help get me the correct parts to get back on the road. I recommend this setup to any and all jeepers looking to get away from the stock arm setup. Alltogether i am Very happy with the performace of my control arms!!!! Mechanic and bodyman of 12 years and my first choice for quality control arms!!
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luke Mar 24, 2021
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Excellent quality product and service. My l lower control arms broke and within the same day core 4x4 hooked me up with tier 2 arms and with the color I wanted. My Jeep rides better and has been solid for several months so far. 10/10 would recommend their products to anyone.
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Robin Poole Jul 26, 2025
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I had several questions before my purchase and Korby helped me with the correct parts to order and recommendations. Outstanding customer service and product knowledge! Can't wait to install them!
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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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Ajay Paynter Mar 9, 2026
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Great company, who worked with me on shipping parts, to arrive in time for a show, when I explained my concern of possibly not getting the control arms in time. Quality is amazing on the part, affordable price for what you get, and the powdercoat is top notch, not a single issue with this product, would buy again.
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Noah Myers Mar 23, 2024
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I contacted these guys on a Saturday through email and needed some control arms by the following weekend, Spence got back with me and told me he would make sure the order got shipped out on Monday, they got busy and wasn’t able to ship the package out so he got back with me that evening and upgraded my shipping for free and shipped out the next day, only because he told me he’d make sure I’d have them by the weekend! This company sticks to their word! The customer service from these guys are unmatched and they will have another lifetime customer here!
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Ajay Paynter Mar 4, 2026
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Great company, who worked with me on shipping parts to arrive in time for a show. When I explained my concern they went above and beyond to make it happen. Quality of the parts is top notch.
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Cade Leith Mar 23, 2024
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Have full upper/lower CA set on both front and rear axles on a 96 ZJ. These are the rubber bushing sets not joint sets. I have beat the hell out it in the Nevada desert for 2 years and has been great. I don’t go fast but I do articulate suspension a lot. Super solid and haven’t any issues. Just inspected the entire set recently due to some banging under it. Turns out the banging is lower rear shock bushings. Inspected each CA along the way nothing. Aside from dirt and obviously winter roads and what not still in excellent condition, bushings are solid like the day they were installed. I’ll add that I’m about tapped on a short arm at 4.25(less with settle) so the front CA’s get beat on just from that, still they’re like new. Paint is great condition, this set is red. I would definitely buy again. Another plus for me, Utah isn’t local necessarily, but it’s nice to support businesses closer to me.
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Paul Melancon Aug 25, 2025
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Ordered a control arm and track bar kit for my WJ from Core 4x4 on Monday 7/28 and received it today, Friday 8/1. Im not a state or two away, im in CT aka the other side of the country. Communication is phenominal, emails were responded too in an hour or less. Parts arrived well packed, not damaged, and are great quality for my needs. There arent many companies left that service customers as well as Core 4x4 and i wont hesitate to check them out again if i need something else. Well done!
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Mirko Pompili Mar 19, 2026
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I want to share a truly positive experience. I ordered a car kit consisting of two packages, but unfortunately one was lost during shipping with UPS. The situation could have become complicated... but it didn't. The company manager was extremely helpful and professional: he personally followed up on the situation and did everything he could to resolve the issue, even sending me the package again without hesitation. It's rare to find such attentive and reliable customer service these days. My sincere congratulations on your professionalism and commitment: that makes all the difference.

Specifications

Color Black, Blue, Charcoal, Green, LightGreen, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow, Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Hardware No Hardware, Complete Kit
Vehicle Toyota 4Runner (96–24)
Brand CORE 4X4
Series Cruise Series
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