{"product_id":"xdp-apex-chassis-prolock-tie-rod-kit-kit381-stl","title":"Apex Chassis Steel ProLock Tie Rod Kit (Black) KIT381-STL","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"cmp-product-section__header cmp-product-section__header-trigger\"\u003e\nDescription\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp-product-section__inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp-product-description__content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp-product-force-font\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Apex Chassis ProLock Tie Rod Kit (Black Steel) KIT381-STL will strengthen the front end of your Dodge Ram 2500\/3500 4WD. This direct replacement, extreme-duty Tie Rod assembly will replace your underperforming Factory steering components. Oversized tie rod ends, connected by massive DOM steel adjusting sleeves, will stop death wobble and tighten up steering under the most extreme conditions. Weak adjusting sleeves are replaced with the tie rod thread directly into the connecting rods, secured by jam nuts and ProLock washers.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHOUSING\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe end link ball joint housings feature SAE 1045 Solid Steel Forged material is unequivocally the best carbon alloy steel for this application. These housings are CNC-machined, making these parts and bearings dimensionally perfect, eliminating any die wear issues.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBALL STUDS\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the strongest possible metallurgy, Apex uses SAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly for the ball studs. An induction heat-treated process provides a very precise heat treatment to the exact depth and location needed on the ball studs. The rolled threads are made by pressing the shape of the threads into the ball stud instead of cutting to strengthen the threads. This also allows for easy movement of hardware; this ain't no Ikea furniture! Step threads allow for movement of hardware after installation and superior holding when torqued (installer choice).\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBEARING DESIGN\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll bearings feature a rugged metal-to-metal bearing design for durability.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBOOTS\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe CR rubber boots are the most durable material for undercar applications as this material is resistant to deterioration from road-level ozone, oil\/gas\/engine fluids, and extreme heat or cold. Ideal for high-articulation components, accordion boots provide more flexibility for longer service life.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHARDWARE\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hardware included with this kit is Grade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware for superior tensile strength. Castle nuts are an industry standard where high vibration loads occur.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eADJUSTING RODS\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tie Rods use 1.75\" DOM SAE 1020 Tube, which is heavy-walled steel tubing that provides the tightest, most robust steering on the market. The other tie rods utilize a 1.75\" 7075-T6 Aluminum Rod that is the best aluminum available for this application. Extremely durable, but has some flex and memory if you really bang it into something.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLUBRICATION\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have ever installed ball joints without a pre-threaded zerk fitting, you will understand what a simple but great feature the Pre-Threaded Zerk Housing is, which is another installer fav. These components are greaseable and come pre-greased, because they should be. The Gull Winged Grease Grooves allow for improved lubrication distribution around the ball stud.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSPECIAL FEATURES\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ProLock Link Connect System is an APEX exclusive that is a patented system that utilizes a precision keyway cut into the threads of the tie rod and drag link ends. A pre-bent keyway washer that locks onto the wrench flats of the connecting rod completely stops any tie rod rotation once the jam nut is set. The jam nut, once torqued to spec, is then locked in place with 3 set-screws inset into the jam nut.\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Reversible Drag Link is an APEX Innovation that, unlike some lifted or aftermarket applications that flip over the pitman arm end of the drag link, causing difficulties with mounting the steering stabilizer into the tapered hole on the drag link end. To solve this, Apex has drilled the hole out straight and provided a reversible stainless steel taper sleeve so the steering stabilizer can be installed from either side.\n\u003cbr\u003eGreaseable, High-Articulation Spherical Bushings provide extreme durability. The passenger side tie rod is fitted with an oversized greaseable high articulation spherical bushing for maximum articulation, load disbursement, for better performance, and longer life.\n\u003cbr\u003eMinimum Engagement Mark on Drag Link End Threads: If this mark on the thread 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.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e42626\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible Drag Link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable \u0026amp; Pre-Greased\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-Threaded Zerk Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGull Winged Grease Grooves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProLock Link Connect System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable CR Compound Rubber Boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly Ball Studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable, High-Articulation Spherical Bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE 1045 Solid Steel Forged End Link Ball Joint Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-application-note\" class=\"cmp-product-force-font\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#e42626\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eNot compatible with Rough Country dual steering stabilizer. \u003cbr\u003eDue to the oversized tie rod ends, modifications may need to be made to dual stabilizer kits and tie rod end brackets to fit.\u003cbr\u003eThe OE Steering Stabilizer Clamp will not fit this tie rod. Requires Steering Stabilizer Clamp DC1.75-B or DC1.75-Z for mounting in center tie rod, or other suitable 1.75\" ID clamp.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Apex Chassis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45505306755095,"sku":"APXKIT381-STL","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9387\/6759\/files\/KIT381-STL_Apex-Chassis_1.jpg?v=1793206039","url":"https:\/\/ce1fdc-a9.myshopify.com\/products\/xdp-apex-chassis-prolock-tie-rod-kit-kit381-stl","provider":"Honey Badger Motor Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}