{"product_id":"rock-krawler-rrd08499-jl-wrangler-steering-stabilizer","title":"Rock Krawler 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL 2DR \/ JLU 4DR Stabilizer Steering 8in Travel 2.25 IFP - Front","description":"\u003ch4\u003eTame Death Wobble and Restore Steering Confidence on a Lifted JL\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger tires and a taller stance make a Wrangler JL steering system work harder to stay calm on the trail and the highway. The Rock Krawler RRD08499 replaces the factory steering dampener with an 8 inch travel internal floating piston shock, giving the tie rod far more room to absorb bumps and trail feedback before that energy reaches the steering wheel. Owners running larger tires and aftermarket steering components gain a noticeably smoother, more predictable feel at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers 8 inches of shaft travel, more than double a stock steering dampener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal floating piston design separates nitrogen from oil to prevent cavitation and fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.25 inch diameter body provides consistent damping under repeated trail impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuildable and serviceable construction extends long term service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts to existing Rock Krawler or factory-style steering stabilizer mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooths steering feel on lifted JL Wranglers running larger tires and heavier steering loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrangler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrangler Unlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRRD08499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock Krawler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft Travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal floating piston (IFP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 year limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot assigned by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 inch travel 2.25 IFP steering stabilizer shock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Rock Krawler\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock Krawler Suspension has engineered long arm and short arm suspension systems, coilover shocks, and steering upgrades for Jeep platforms for more than two decades. Their RRD Racing Shocks line applies internal floating piston technology proven in off-road racing to daily driven and trail focused Jeep builds, giving owners consistent damping performance without the fade common to lower cost stabilizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the RRD08499?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RRD08499 is a Rock Krawler 8 inch travel, 2.25 inch diameter internal floating piston steering stabilizer for the front axle of 2018 to 2025 Jeep Wrangler JL and Wrangler Unlimited models. It replaces the factory steering dampener to smooth out steering feedback on lifted Jeeps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit a stock height JL Wrangler?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it bolts to existing factory-style or Rock Krawler steering stabilizer mounting points, though the added travel and damping control is most noticeable on lifted Jeeps running larger tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this replace the OEM steering dampener?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The RRD08499 is designed as a direct upgrade over the factory steering stabilizer, using the same general mounting location on the tie rod and axle bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does internal floating piston mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn internal floating piston separates the nitrogen gas charge from the hydraulic oil inside the shock body. This prevents the oil from aerating or cavitating under hard use, which keeps damping performance consistent instead of fading during repeated trail impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this stabilizer rebuildable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It uses a serviceable internal floating piston design that can be rebuilt rather than requiring replacement after normal wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a separate mounting bracket kit to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost JL and JLU Wranglers can reuse the factory or existing aftermarket steering stabilizer mounting points. Vehicles with non-standard tie rod diameters may require a separate universal mounting bracket kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this help with steering wander on larger tires?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The added 8 inches of travel and consistent IFP damping specifically target the steering wander and feedback that increases when running larger, heavier tires on a lifted JL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used with a high steer steering kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is compatible with most high steer steering setups as long as the mounting geometry matches a standard tie rod and axle bracket location. Confirm clearance with any aftermarket knuckle or high steer kit before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the vehicle safely and turn the steering wheel to center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory steering stabilizer from the tie rod clamp and axle bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the RRD08499 in the same mounting location, confirming full range of motion through steering lock to lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the mounting hardware and torque to specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycle the steering wheel lock to lock to verify no binding or contact with other components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-torque all hardware after a short test drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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