Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: RockJock's completely bolt-on Currectlync Drag Link is an organically shaped chromoly forging with a deep dip in the middle of the bar that allows for maximum up travel, while still retaining maximum strength and rigidity. Verify position, lift-height range, joint/bushing style, axle side versus frame side, alignment effect, and whether this is a standalone replacement or part of a larger Clayton kit.

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Clayton Off Road

JK-9704DL-TJ - Currectlync Drag Link (JK Front Axle in a TJ/LJ/XJ/MJ/ZJ)

Vendor fitment: 1997-2018 JK Wrangler, LJ Wrangler Unlimited, TJ Wrangler. Steering with 9 inch lift-height data from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Installing a JK front axle in your TJ, LJ, XJ, MJ or ZJ? The axle swap can be tricky, but it’s doable. But, what do you do for steering? RockJock has your solution! RockJock's completely bolt-on Currectlync Drag Link is an organically shaped chromoly forging with a deep dip in the middle of the bar that allows for maximum up travel, while still retaining maximum strength and rigidity. Additional features include larger, forged, greasable rod ends, premium adjuster and clamps, and it's painted black so it's ready for install right out of the box! The double adjuster feature allows for drag link spec. adjustments after installation without having to remove either end of the drag link from the.

SKU

ROC-JK9704DL-TJ

Price

$400

Role

review candidate

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Suspension lift height

This is a 2.5-3 inch lift-height family. Verify the exact engine, drive side, spring-capacity variant, and loaded vehicle weight before quoting because those choices can change final stance.

Sources

- Clayton Off Road product page: https://claytonoffroad.com/products/currectlync-jl-jt-heavy-duty-tie-rod-rockjock-4x4-copy

- Source text: Models: JK Wrangler, LJ Wrangler Unlimited, TJ Wrangler; Years: 1997-2018; Lift height: 9 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06 Installing a JK front axle in your TJ, LJ, XJ, MJ or ZJ?

Fitment and build notes

Vendor catalog record promoted for browsing. Final fitment, install dependencies, and shopper selection still require review before checkout.

For a lift, the last check is the complete Jeep setup: exact year/model/trim, doors, engine, lift variant, target tire size, wheel width and offset/backspacing, bump stops, flare/fender clearance, gearing, spare support, added bumper/cargo weight, and whether a shop is installing it.

Readiness

Fitment statusUseful for a shortlist, but exact vehicle setup, dependencies, or purchase path still need review.Needs vehicle setup check

Evidence levelNeeds source collection and claim-level review before it should be treated as recommendation-ready.Evidence review needed

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Fact summary

Models: JK Wrangler, LJ Wrangler Unlimited, TJ Wrangler; Years: 1997-2018; Lift height: 9 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06