{"product_id":"rockjock-johnny-joint-rod-end-2-1-2in-forged-2-625in-x-562in-ball-1-1-4in-12-rh-thread-shank-2","title":"RockJock 2.5-Inch Forged Johnny Joint Rod End","description":"\u003ch4\u003eGive a custom lower link a rebuildable pivot\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockJock CE-9114C combines a forged threaded shank with cushioned, serviceable internals for links that need controlled movement without a metal-on-metal joint. Its 34-degree articulation and exact mounting envelope help builders design compatible brackets and link hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard-width 2.5-inch forged Johnny Joint configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 degrees of manufacturer-specified articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiceable two-piece urethane bushing internals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.25-inch-12 right-hand threaded forged shank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal lubrication through an installed 1\/4-inch-28 zerk fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled and ready for dimension-matched installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequired Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirements and Exclusions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal custom suspension or linkage fabrication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.625-inch pivot-ball width; 0.562-inch through-bore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25-inch-12 right-hand; 3.250-inch threaded length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo standalone year-make-model fitment; RockJock arm design, bracket spacing, bolt size, loads, clearances, link material, and alignment must match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged Johnny Joint rod end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoint Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5-inch standard width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged steel; 2.5-inch O.D. x 2-inch width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShank Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25-inch-12 right-hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThreaded Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.250 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoint Center to Shank End\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.94 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePivot-Ball Overall Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.625 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePivot-Ball Through-Bore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.562 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArticulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBushing Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-piece serviceable internals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrease Fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4-inch-28 zerk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e810038152158\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne fully assembled forged Johnny Joint rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel body, internal kit, pivot ball, and installed zerk fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJam nut, weld-in bung, RockNut, mounting bolt, grease, brackets, link tube, and service tool are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout RockJock\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockJock develops rebuildable suspension joints and related steering and suspension components for on-road control and off-road articulation. Its forged Johnny Joints pair serviceable urethane internals with threaded bodies that let qualified builders create dimension-matched links.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock CE-9114JN 1.25-inch-12 right-hand jam nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock CE-9114B weld-in bung and jam nut set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock RJ-576200-101 RockNut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock CE-91107 compatible greasable bolt where the application supports it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock CE-9110T assembly and disassembly tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockJock CE-9013G non-synthetic high-moly grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the CE-9114C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a standard-width, forged 2.5-inch Johnny Joint rod end for dimension-based suspension and linkage fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this rod end have standalone vehicle fitment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. RockJock references it within selected lower control arms, but the loose joint must be matched to the exact arm, thread, mounting width, bolt bore, loads, and clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat thread does the shank use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe forged shank has 1.25-inch-12 right-hand threads, with 3.250 inches of threaded length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the pivot-ball dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pivot ball measures 2.625 inches across its mounting width and has a 0.562-inch through-bore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much articulation does the joint provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockJock specifies 34 degrees of articulation for this standard-width configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the joint-body dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe forged outer barrel is 2.5 inches in outside diameter and 2 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can the joint be lubricated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the installed 1\/4-inch-28 zerk fitting, or a compatible RockJock greasable mounting bolt where the engineered installation supports it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich grease and grease gun should be used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse non-synthetic high-moly grease with a hand-pump grease gun; powered grease guns can over-pressurize and damage the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre a jam nut and weld-in bung included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The package contains one assembled forged Johnny Joint; the compatible jam nut, optional weld-in bung, mounting bolt, and grease are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that the engineered application requires the exact right-hand thread, 2.625-inch mounting width, 0.562-inch through-bore, and 34-degree articulation range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the package label and manufacturer part number CE-9114C before fabrication or installation begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a qualified designer establish bracket spacing, link geometry, material grade, wall thickness, fastener specification, joint orientation, clearances, and expected loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread the joint into a compatible 1.25-inch-12 right-hand link or bung with sufficient engagement, then fit the appropriate jam nut without forcing or cross-threading the shank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the pivot ball between dimension-matched brackets and install an application-rated fastener through the 0.562-inch bore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the link length and joint orientation, tighten the jam nut and mounting hardware to the engineered application specifications, and verify unrestricted movement through the full range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that hoses, wiring, chassis parts, tires, and other suspension components remain clear at full compression, droop, and steering travel where applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricate only with non-synthetic high-moly grease and a hand-pump grease gun; stop before excess pressure can damage the joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinspect thread engagement, fastener torque, clearance, and joint condition after the initial service interval and during routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cancer and reproductive harm. 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