Correct drag link

[Nccowboy66]

I have a 2014 Jeep Wrangler unlimited sport with a 2.5 in lift the steering drag link has wore out and I can't find the right one to replace it with the one that came out has the letters CQE stamped on one side and E1 on the other side next to the balljoint,the shaft on the balljoint is a straight shaft as well the track bar has been flipped already as well as a sleve put in from the bottom of the steering knuckle any help would be appreciated

 

[Anybodyhome]

Not sure what you're asking, but this is a relatively common, and easy to find, part that will set you back anywhere from $150 -300 depending on manufacturer. OEM is on the lower end of the cost factor.
Replaced mine a couple years ago when I was having difficulty getting the front end aligned and discovered the drag like was out of true by less then 1/4".
Replaced it with a TeraFlex for about $230.

 

[WSS]

What part of the draglink is worn? Is it the tie rod ends?

 

[Nccowboy66]

Not sure what you're asking, but this is a relatively common, and easy to find, part that will set you back anywhere from $150 -300 depending on manufacturer. OEM is on the lower end of the cost factor.
Replaced mine a couple years ago when I was having difficulty getting the front end aligned and discovered the drag like was out of true by less then 1/4".
Replaced it with a TeraFlex for about $230.

 

[Nccowboy66]

Would you have a part number for that TeraFlex and is yours a tapered shaft balljoint the threaded end of the balljoint is what I'm referring to

 

[Nccowboy66]

What part of the draglink is worn? Is it the tie rod ends?

It's the steering drag link with a non-replaceable balljoint the threaded end of the balljoint is straight and not tapered like most balljoints are

 

[WSS]

Like this? This is an offset but kinda gives you the idea:

https://www.amazon.com/Teraflex-4920232-Tie-Rod-End/dp/B006D9WBV8?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[Anybodyhome]

Would you have a part number for that TeraFlex and is yours a tapered shaft balljoint the threaded end of the balljoint is what I'm referring to

The Teraflex SKU: 1853920.

BTW, it's now priced at $514.99 direct from Teraflex, as the part is manufactured in China... tariffs and all that. The same part I paid about $230 for 4 years ago.

 

[Nccowboy66]

Wow, thank

The Teraflex SKU: 1853920.

BTW, it's now priced at $514.99 direct from Teraflex, as the part is manufactured in China... tariffs and all that. The same part I paid about $230 for 4 years ago.

Wow, thanks

 

[WSS]

Wow, thank


Wow, thanks

Make sure you know the specs of your tre's. Mine were straight and not offset, there are a bunch of configurations. The guys at teraflex really know their stuff and can ask you the right questions. Pics help a lot too.

 

[WSS]

I am near certain these were American made. IIRC.

https://teraflex.com/tj-tie-rod-end-large-taper-7-8-x-18-left-hand-thread.html

 

[Anybodyhome]

Teraflex manufacturers a few parts, but all of their steel components are imported overseas and assembled in Utah.

 

[Cimmerian]

Global economy. Almost nothing is actually made here anymore.

If we ever go to war with China, millions of Americans are going to go without their medications.

 

[WSS]

Global economy. Almost nothing is actually made here anymore.

If we ever go to war with China, millions of Americans are going to go without their medications.

Couple that with a few EMP's. We did this to ourselves.