Rugged Ridge HD Tie Rod Assembly 72-81 Jeep CJ NT

Beef up your ride with Rugged Ridge steering components. This is a bolt-on solution for preventing bent tie rods from wheeling with larger tires. The tubes are 1-1/4 in. ID steel that is cold rolled, pierced, and drawn through dies to produce a 1/4 in. wall thickness. This is true DOM tubing with NO seams OR welds to fail. Heavy duty 7/8 in. rod ends feature standard tapered ends to fit stock knuckle applications. You get one ton strength without any modifications to your steering knuckles. Tie Rod End; Heavy Duty; Narrow Track;

• True DOM Tubing w/No Seams
• Uses 7/8 in. Tie Rod Ends
• Includes Tie Rod and Ends
• 1/4 in. Wall Thickness
• One Ton Strength

Strengthen the steering system of your classic Jeep with the Rugged Ridge HD Tie Rod Assembly, part number Rug18050.54. Designed for narrow-track Jeep CJ applications, this bolt-on steering upgrade helps resist bending caused by larger tires and demanding off-road use. It delivers one-ton strength while retaining compatibility with stock steering knuckles, making it a practical solution for drivers who need enhanced durability without custom modifications.
The assembly is manufactured from true drawn-over-mandrel (DOM) steel tubing. The cold-rolled, pierced, and die-drawn construction produces a seamless tube with a robust wall, eliminating weld seams that can become failure points under stress. Heavy-duty 7/8-inch tie rod ends use standard tapered ends for a direct fit with stock knuckle applications, supporting reliable steering performance on the trail and street.
This Rugged Ridge steering assembly includes the tie rod and tie rod ends for a complete replacement or upgrade. It is engineered for select 1972-1981 Jeep CJ5 and CJ7 narrow-track models; verify the vehicle’s year, model, and steering configuration before ordering. Professional installation is recommended, followed by an inspection of steering components and alignment to help ensure proper operation.

Features:

• True DOM steel tubing with no seams or welds

• Heavy-duty 7/8-inch tie rod ends

• Standard tapered ends fit stock knuckle applications

• Includes tie rod and tie rod ends

• One-ton-strength steering upgrade

• Bolt-on installation without steering knuckle modifications

• Designed for narrow-track Jeep CJ applications

Fitment:
Jeep CJ5 Base 1972
Jeep CJ5 Base 1973
Jeep CJ5 Base 1974
Jeep CJ5 Base 1975
Jeep CJ5 Base 1976
Jeep CJ5 Base 1977
Jeep CJ5 Base 1978
Jeep CJ5 Base 1979
Jeep CJ5 Base 1980
Jeep CJ5 Base 1981
Jeep CJ5 Base 1982
Jeep CJ5 Base 1983
Jeep CJ5 Golden Eagle 1977
Jeep CJ5 Golden Eagle 1978
Jeep CJ5 Golden Eagle 1979
Jeep CJ5 Golden Eagle 1980
Jeep CJ5 Laredo 1980
Jeep CJ5 Laredo 1981
Jeep CJ5 Laredo 1982
Jeep CJ5 Laredo 1983
Jeep CJ5 Limited 1982
Jeep CJ5 Limited 1983
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1975
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1976
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1977
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1978
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1979
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1980
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1981
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1982
Jeep CJ5 Renegade 1983
Jeep CJ6 Base 1972
Jeep CJ6 Base 1973
Jeep CJ6 Base 1974
Jeep CJ6 Base 1975
Jeep CJ7 Base 1976
Jeep CJ7 Base 1977
Jeep CJ7 Base 1978
Jeep CJ7 Base 1979
Jeep CJ7 Base 1980
Jeep CJ7 Base 1981
Jeep CJ7 Golden Eagle 1977
Jeep CJ7 Golden Eagle 1978
Jeep CJ7 Golden Eagle 1979
Jeep CJ7 Golden Hawk 1980
Jeep CJ7 Laredo 1980
Jeep CJ7 Laredo 1981
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1976
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1977
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1978
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1979
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1980
Jeep CJ7 Renegade 1981
Jeep Scrambler Base 1981