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SKU: ST-J-JT-DL1

Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link

Jeep Gladiator JT 20+ Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link
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Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link

Jeep Gladiator JT 20+ Heavy-Duty Steering Drag Link
SKU: ST-J-JT-DL1
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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
Jeep Gladiator 2020–Present

  • Vehicle Fitment: Designed for the Jeep Gladiator JT 20+, this 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade enhances steering strength, control, and impact resistance for extreme off-road applications.

  • CORE Advantage: Features a 7075 aluminum self-correcting design that flexes under impact and returns to shape, preventing steering damage while maintaining precise handling.

  • Adjustability: CNC-machined wrench flats and jam nuts with friction washers allow precise on-vehicle alignment, ensuring tight, responsive steering in any terrain.

  • Construction: Machined from solid 2.0” 7075 aluminum for extreme impact resistance and durability. Features massive 1.25” threaded tie rod ends for superior strength and CNC-machined wrench flats for easy adjustments.

  • 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

Drag Link built with 2” 7075 Aluminum. Forged Apex Chassis Rod Ends on both adjustable ends.

Construction & Materials

Drag Link built with 2” 7075 Aluminum. Forged Apex Chassis Rod Ends on both adjustable ends.

Vehicle Jeep Gladiator JT (20–Present)
Brand CORE 4X4
Color Black or Blue or Charcoal or Green or LightGreen or Orange or Purple or Red or White or Yellow or Aluminum or Custom Color - Other than what is listed above. Extra charge varies. We will reach out after order is placed.
Drag Link Orientation Factory Mounting (under the knuckle) or Drag Link Flip w/ Tapered Sleeve And Drill Bit (over the knuckle)
Placement on Vehicle Front
Mounting Style Bolt-On

Take Your Jeep Gladiator JT’s Steering to the Next Level

Upgrade your Jeep Gladiator JT’s steering performance with the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade. Designed for superior durability, precise control, and off-road resilience, this drag link ensures maximum stability and handling confidence in any terrain. Whether you're crawling over boulders, tearing through the dunes, or hitting backcountry trails, this premium upgrade keeps your steering responsive and rock-solid under extreme conditions.

Key Features Benefits

  • Heavy-Duty Forged Construction – Built with sturdy forged tie rod ends featuring massive 1.25” threaded shanks, delivering unparalleled strength and impact resistance.
  • Premium 7075 Aluminum Build – Machined from 2.0” solid 7075 aluminum, this drag link absorbs and disperses impact energy, preventing bending or steering component damage.
  • Self-Correcting Memory Alloy – The 7075 aluminum flexes under impact and returns to its original shape, maintaining optimal steering performance.
  • Customizable Finish Options – Choose from 10 distinct powder coat colors or opt for raw aluminum to complement your Jeep’s rugged build.

Precision Steering Maximum Durability

Designed for off-road dominance, the CORE 4X4 2.5 Ton Drag Link Upgrade reinforces your Gladiator JT’s steering system, providing greater response, improved control, and exceptional durability. Unlike factory steel components, our 7075 aluminum design flexes to absorb impact energy, preventing catastrophic failure and reducing steering fatigue.

Important Notes

For vehicles with less than a 4.5" lift, the under-the-knuckle setup is recommended. If your vehicle is lifted 4.5" or above, we recommend the over-the-knuckle setup which requires relocating your track bar to keep the angles correct and prevent bump steer.

Fitment Wheel Requirements

  • Compatible with 17” wheels featuring 4.75” backspacing or less.
  • AEV and stock Rubicon wheels require 1.5” wheel spacers.
  • Steering stabilizer installation – Recommended in the stock location—a relocation kit may be required for certain setups.


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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Melanee Raynes Mar 25, 2019
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Awesome product and service! I even got some of their swag because it looked pretty darn good. I will definitely be going back and would suggest this business to others looking for quality control arms. Buy local!
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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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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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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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Chris Oct 24, 2025
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Great product for a good price. Customer service is top notch, I had an issue which was self cause and Core 4x4 helped me out even though it was my own fault. Would definitely recommend and use them again.
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Mark DiGrappa Apr 27, 2025
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First off: Korby, the gentleman that helped me decide on which kit to go with is EASILY the nicest, and most patient person I’ve dealt with, when ordering parts for this build. Second: the quality of the product is INSANE! These parts are so nicely fabricated, then powder coated for extra longevity, and they even offer an aluminum upgrade in some cases (which I went with, to save weight). Having said all of this, the most impressive thing was the lead time. These parts are build to order, and I literally ordered my suspension one week ago, today! Yes, they built, powder coated, packaged, shipped my suspension components (RAM 1500 Track rear trailing arm full set in 7075 aluminum, and front upper control arms), AND they arrived, all within a week! Granted, that I’m only one state away, but WOW!!! One week?! Amazing! So, in sort: excellent products, which arrived excellently packaged (no damage, an boxes not over-stuffed with heavy suspension parts; three boxes total, as opposed to one super heavy one…my back thanks you), super quickly, and customer service that ANY business would be envious of….so, if you’re in the market, absolutely go with Core 4X4!
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Ben Mar 24, 2021
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2001 Wrangler TJ- i have purchased all front/rear upper/lower control arms. Front track bar and rear track bar. Quality is excellent and extremely durable you can tell its built to last. Bent a bolt on the front track bar and called and spoke with Spence. He immediately sent me out new hardware plus some! Product is amazing but what really separates companies apart is their service and these guys are second to none. Thank you all!
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Mike Nielsen Nov 23, 2025
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The customer service is first class. I had an issue with a track bar I installed on my F350. I don’t have any other Core 4x4 parts yet, but with the way I was treated, I know their parts are well done, because they went above and beyond to make sure I was made whole. They wouldn’t be in business if they had to take care of a lot of people like they took care of me. Will definitely be back when it’s time to build the Jeep!
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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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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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