{"product_id":"rockjock-jk-currectlync-steel-tapered-bushing-flipped-drag-link-applications","title":"RockJock JK Currectlync Steel Tapered Bushing Flipped Drag Link Applications","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Tapered Bushing Needed to Flip a JK Drag Link to the Top Side\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockJock's JK-9704RDLB steel tapered bushing is used when relocating or repairing the tapered steering rod end holes in a JK Wrangler or Unlimited knuckle, allowing the tie rod and drag link to be flipped to the top side of the steering arms for improved ground clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel tapered bushing sized for JK knuckle steering holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed when flipping tie rods and drag links to the top of the steering arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso usable to replace worn or damaged tapers on a stock steering configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires drilling the knuckle to .875 in. before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2007-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrangler (JK)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2007-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrangler Unlimited (JK)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJK-9704RDLB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJK knuckle tapered steering rod end hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired prep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrill knuckle hole to .875 in. before installing from the top or bottom of the knuckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 steel tapered bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout RockJock 4x4\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockJock 4x4, made by Currie Enterprises, engineers Jeep-specific control arms, Johnny Joint rod ends, Antirock sway bar systems, and Currectlync steering components for TJ, LJ, XJ, JK, JL, and JT platforms. RockJock parts are built from forged and DOM steel for off-road durability and are designed to bolt into factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this bushing used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is used when flipping the tie rod and drag link to the top side of the JK steering knuckle for more ground clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installation require drilling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the factory tapered hole must be drilled out to .875 in. before the bushing is installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this bushing be used on stock height steering instead of a flip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it can also replace a worn or damaged taper on a stock steering configuration by installing from the opposite side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bushing specific to the JK platform?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is sized for the JK Wrangler and Unlimited knuckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bushing come with the reversed drag link kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockJock's JK-9704RDL reversed drag link kit includes this bushing, and it is also sold separately for service or repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the bushing made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrilling and steering component work of this type should be performed by someone experienced with steering geometry and safety-critical fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tool is needed to drill the knuckle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drill capable of machining the knuckle to a clean .875 in. hole is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the tie rod or drag link end from the knuckle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill the factory tapered hole in the knuckle to .875 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the steel tapered bushing into the drilled hole from the top or bottom as required by the steering configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the tie rod or drag link end into the new tapered bushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque the retaining nut to specification and install a new cotter pin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"RockJock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46468863754319,"sku":"ROKJK-9704RDLB","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/rockjock-jk-9704rdlb-tapered-bushing-primary.jpg?v=1787518157","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/rockjock-jk-currectlync-steel-tapered-bushing-flipped-drag-link-applications","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}