{"product_id":"apex-chassis-kit124-jeep-wrangler-jl-gladiator-jt-2-5-ton-prolock-drag-link-assembly-yesflip-black-aluminum","title":"Apex Chassis - KIT124 - Jeep Wrangler JL \u0026 Gladiator JT - 2.5 Ton ProLock Drag Link Assembly - YesFlip - Black Aluminum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eWest Coast Off-Roaders\u003c\/strong\u003e we pride ourselves in giving you the best advice to ensure that you purchase the right product to suit your specific needs, as well as ensure that it is the right fit or application for your vehicle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eFor expert advice, pricing, shipping and an accurate ETA, please give us a call on 604 770 1252 or contact us via the contact page on this website.  \u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: center;\"\u003e------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dynamic-sections\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--17203819315361__custom_liquid_ft7h7L\" class=\"shopify-section shopify-section--custom-liquid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-whole column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete replacement drag link assembly for your 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL or 2019-2026 Gladiator JT. It includes the drag link (Black Aluminum) which is also the adjusting sleeve, and left \u0026amp; right forged steel drag link ends. Plus our NEW ProLock Washers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFITMENT: This steering kit fits stock Dana 44 and Dana 30 axles in the 'flipped', top mount location. If you need an undermount kit (typically less than 4.5 inches of lift), please see KIT123.  If your Jeep has been upgraded to a Dana 60 axle, we have modifications that can work with that as well, just contact us to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: taper sleeves require the knuckle drag link mount to be drilled through with a straight 7\/8\" drill bit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat It Fits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeep Wrangler JL (2018-2026), Jeep Gladiator JT (2019-2026), both Dana30 and Dana44 front axles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJam nut wrenches:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKIT521 - 2x WR112 41mm\/46mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement set screws\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eDrag Link - XP172\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--17203819315361__custom_liquid_wXWift\" class=\"shopify-section shopify-section--custom-liquid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-whole column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"special-sauce metafields-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Special Sauce:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"special-sauce-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOUSING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE 1045 Solid Steel Forged Housing: This is unequivocally the best carbon alloy steel for this application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC Machined Housing: Make our parts and bearings dimensionally perfect, eliminating any die wear issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBALL STUDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE 4140 hot forged Chromoly Ball Studs: For strongest possible metallurgy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInduction Heat Treated Ball Studs: Provides a very precise heat treatment to the exact depth and location we want it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolled Threads: Are made by pressing the shape of the threads into the ball stud instead of cutting. This strengthens the threads instead of weakening them and allows for easy movement of hardware. This ain't no Ikea furniture!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep Threads : Allows for very easy movement of hardware on install and superior holding when torqued. (Installer Choice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEARING DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged Metal to Metal Bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOOTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCR Rubber Boots: The most durable material for undercar applications. Resistant to deterioration from road level ozone, oil\/gas\/engine fluids and extreme heat or cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccordion Boot: ideal for high-articulation components, more flexibility means longer life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag Link Ends: E-Coating- Extremely durable electrochemical finishing process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjusting Sleeve: Black Anodized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARDWARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware: Superior tensile strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle Nut: Industry standard where high vibration loads occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eADJUSTING RODS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" 7075-T6 Aluminum Rod: The best aluminum available for this application. Extremely durable but has some flex and memory if you really bash it into something.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLUBRICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-threaded Zerk Housing: If you have ever installed a MOOG Ball Joint without a pre-threaded zerk fitting you will understand what a simple but great feature this is. Another installer fav.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable: Because it should be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Greased: Just in case you forget, we have you covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGull Winged Grease Grooves : Allows for improved lubrication disbursement around the ball stud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZerk Fittings : Included for every application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProLock Washers™ – An APEX Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur patent-pending ProLock Link Connect System™ is engineered to eliminate one of the most common steering system failures: unwanted tie rod rotation and loosening jam nuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the heart of the system is our precision-machined keyway washer, which mechanically locks your tie rod and drag link ends to the adjusting sleeve — preventing connecting rod rotation under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe’ve paired this with a purpose-built jam nut featuring integrated set screws, designed to positively lock the assembly in place and eliminate the common issue of jam nut loosening over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Engagement Mark on Drag Link End Threads: If this mark in the thread of the drag link is showing it means you are beyond the safe engagement of threads into the adjusting sleeve. You may be lifted too high and need to switch to a flip kit or you may need to equal out the adjusting sleeve between the two ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRH Drag Link End - Flopper Stopper Built In: Unlike the poly hockey pucks that most brands use, our heavy duty \"Flopper Stoppers\" are built into the knuckle side drag link end bearing, giving you an industry leading 27 degrees of stud swing left and right and only 2 degrees of stud swing forward and aft, keeping your tie rod and drag link from rotating and flopping. The competitor hockey puck style systems also call for the removal of the rod end boot, which is there to keep the dirt out and the grease in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur adjusting sleeves are made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apex Chassis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48194234286250,"sku":"210000014681","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2441\/1050\/files\/DL111K-1_2048x_b157ce70-16a8-4d65-92f4-fa8033e3cbad.webp?v=1775814427","url":"https:\/\/westcoastoffroaders.com\/products\/apex-chassis-kit124-jeep-wrangler-jl-gladiator-jt-2-5-ton-prolock-drag-link-assembly-yesflip-black-aluminum","provider":"West Coast Off-Roaders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}