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Dodge Ram 3500 08-09 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit

Dodge Ram 3500 08-09 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit
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Dodge Ram 3500 08-09 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit

Dodge Ram 3500 08-09 2pc Heavy-Duty Tie Rod, Drag Link Steering Kit
SKU: D-35-2008-SK2
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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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Fully Adjustable 0-6" of lift
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Product Details

Make Model Submodel Years
Dodge/Ram 3500 2008–2009

  • Vehicle Fitment: Dodge Ram 3500 08-08 – Designed to enhance steering precision, maintain alignment, and improve front-end stability, providing a more controlled and responsive driving experience under heavy loads and off-road conditions.

  • CORE Advantage: 7075 aluminum construction flexes under impact, preventing permanent bending while maintaining precise steering alignment. The advanced memory properties ensure steering remains responsive and durable, even after hard impacts.

  • Adjustability: Equipped with heavy-duty Apex tie rod ends and thrust washers, the steering kit ensures long-lasting performance, and the jam nut system locks alignment securely, offering peace of mind without worrying about misalignment.

  • Construction: Built from 2” 7075 aluminum, with heavy-duty Apex tie rod ends and thrust washers, providing superior strength, durability, and the ability to absorb impacts. Designed to handle extreme loads while maintaining consistent steering response.

  • 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.

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Tie Rod and Drag Link made from 2" 7075 Aluminum. Tie Rod and Drag Link use Apex Chassis Forged Rod Ends.

Construction & Materials

Tie Rod and Drag Link made from 2" 7075 Aluminum. Tie Rod and Drag Link use Apex Chassis Forged Rod Ends.

Vehicle Ram HD 3500 (08–09)
Brand CORE 4X4
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or Light Green or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Raw Aluminum or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Year Range 08-09
Placement on Vehicle Front
Mounting Style Bolt-On

The Ultimate Steering Upgrade for Your Ram 3500

Upgrade your 2008-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 with the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Steering Kit, engineered for unmatched durability, steering precision, and front-end strength. Factory steering components wear out, weaken, and lead to misalignment, wandering, and bump steer, especially under heavy loads or off-road conditions.

This complete tie rod and drag link upgrade is built from massive 2” 7075 aluminum, a high-strength material that flexes under impact to prevent permanent bending. Equipped with heavy-duty Apex tie rod ends and thrust washers for absolute jam nut security, this kit maintains alignment, improves steering response, and enhances overall front-end stability.

Key Features and Benefits

  • 2” 7075 Aluminum Construction – Exceptionally strong yet flexible, absorbing impacts and returning to its original shape to maintain precise steering alignment.
  • Heavy-Duty Apex Tie Rod Ends – Designed to handle extreme loads, ensuring long-lasting performance in all driving conditions.
  • You Break It, We Replace It Wearable Parts Guarantee – Bend or break a bar and we replace it and 18-month coverage on tie rod ends for long-term reliability.
  • Thrust Washer System for Secure Alignment – Serrated thrust washers under jam nuts create a permanent mechanical lock, eliminating the risk of misalignment.
  • Complete Steering Stabilizer Compatibility – Includes a steering stabilizer mount bracket for secure installation.
  • Recommended Pairing – Pair with the Adjustable Front Track Bar (D-35-2008-FTB1) for the ultimate front-end steering solution, eliminating wandering, bump steer, and alignment issues.

Unparalleled Steering Control and Strength

This steering kit significantly reduces front-end play, improves handling, and ensures alignment stays locked in, even under the stress of off-road driving, heavy towing, or lifted applications. The advanced memory properties of 7075 aluminum prevent deformation, ensuring your steering remains precise and responsive, even after hard impacts.

Two-Stage Powder Coating for Customization Durability

The tie rod and drag link are available in raw aluminum or 10 powder coat colors to match your truck’s aesthetic. Our two-stage powder coating process includes: Zinc primer base for corrosion resistance. Durable top coat for long-lasting protection.

Made in the USA

Proudly manufactured in Orem, UT, our CORE 4X4 steering components are built with American craftsmanship and industry-leading quality control, ensuring the highest level of performance and reliability.

 

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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I have nothing but good things to say about Core 4x4. I have the crawler series on my JKU and we take it all over the place. These parts handle everything we throw at them.
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I don’t write reviews often, but Core 4x4 absolutely earned this one. I recently ordered leaf spring mounts and realized after the fact that I messed up my order. Totally my mistake. Instead of giving me the runaround or pointing at a return policy, Core 4x4 emailed me back and forth, worked through exactly what I was doing with my build, and made sure I ended up with the correct parts. That kind of customer service is rare these days — especially in the off-road world where a lot of companies stop caring once the order is placed. The parts themselves are exactly what you hope for: solid, well-made, confidence-inspiring hardware that looks like it belongs under a vehicle that actually gets used. You can tell these are designed by people who understand suspension geometry and real-world abuse, not just CAD screenshots. Mistakes happen — especially on custom or modified builds — and Core 4x4 handled mine like pros. Fast responses, clear communication, and a genuine effort to help me get it right. If you’re on the fence: don’t be. Core 4x4 is the kind of company you want backing your build — the kind that treats customers like fellow enthusiasts, not order numbers.
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Jason Mitchell Dec 8, 2025
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Installed the full kit on my XJ. Ride quality is night and day better than what I had before. The articulation on the trail is insane. These guys know what they are doing. Already recommended Core 4x4 to everyone in my club.
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Glenn Nowosad Jan 22, 2026
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I just finished installing the Peak 2.0 Front Suspension system with the Core 4x4 Blue Tacoma Rear Suspension system on my 2024 TRD Offroad Premium Tacoma. The two upgraded suspension systems really made a difference in how the ride feels, whether we’re off-road or on the road. A big thank you to Korby and the team at Core 4x4 for their support and for getting the shipping sorted out so quickly!
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Adam M Sep 24, 2025
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First time buying from Korby @ Core 4x4 and it’s being nothing short of a great experience. I bought the non adjustable Trail kit for my 5th Gen Ram 1500 with a 2” lift. The welds look great, nice powder coat finish and quality bushing. Had some trouble fitting the grease nipples due to the powder coating but a thread tap would fix that. They fit easily and perform great. I felt the improvement straight away. No more wheel hop on hard acceleration which was my main reason for the purchase. I was missing some smaller bushings needed for the 5th Gen and Korby’s custom service was on point, with responsive emails and mailing out the missing parts straight away. Very happy with their products and customer service. Highly recommended company👌🏽
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2022 I ordered a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon in High Velocity yellow. Without any hesitation I knew I was going with Core 4x4’s 16pc Camp series suspension, powder coated in yellow. Compliments were a given from any and everyone that looked under my jeep. So beefy, I may have left some yellow paint on the rocks from Maine to Florida, but no bends or breaks. Customer service has been perfect each and every time I have needed something. Their warranty is top notch! Their communication is also wonderful. Might upgrade to the Crawl Series control arms where the Johnny joints are on both sides. Great all around company and a great team to troubleshoot your issue and come to a conclusion. Nothing bad to say about this company. Just love this suspension.
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Dmitriy D May 27, 2025
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Installed rear and upper control arms and track bar on my 3rd Gen 4RUNNER to align rear axle and restore factory wheel base after 3.5" lift. Car drives better than New! Improved handling cornering and overall driving. Very solid and high quality made product. Support is outstanding. Shipping extremely fast. Thank you so much. I wish you will have something new for my car.
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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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Singer Heating and Cooling Mar 25, 2018
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These guys are great. You can get them on the phone for support. This important and is not always the case with other custom parts builders. Their control arms are bomb proof and offer plenty of options. You can get real genuine Currie Johnny joints without paying the price for Currie arms.
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