Overview
The Crown Automotive J0642056 is a driver side tie rod assembly, 19.75 inch long, for Jeep CJ and Willys CJ models. It sits in the left position.
It fits the Willys CJ-2 from 1946–1949, the CJ-3 from 1949–1958, the CJ-5 from 1955–1958, and the CJ-6 from 1956–1958. It also fits the Jeep CJ3 from 1959–1966, the CJ5 and CJ6 from 1959–1971, and the CJ5A and CJ6A from 1966–1968.
Key features
- Driver side, left position
- 19.75 inch length
- Fits nine Jeep CJ and Willys CJ model entries
Driver side steering linkage
The driver side tie rod sets the angle of the front wheel on that side, so wear shows up as wander, pull or a steering wheel that is off-center. On older CJ and Willys linkage, the joints and rod ends carry most of the wear, and a single worn end can alter the toe setting. Compare the new assembly with the old one in length and mounting points before fitting.
Vehicles that have seen trail use often show wear in the ball joints and boots first, so inspect those parts when the front end is apart. Grease the joints after installation and keep the boots intact to slow wear. Alignment should be checked once the new piece is in place.
- Measure the original length before fitting
- Check the rod end boots for splits
- Inspect the ball joints at the same time
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | J0642056 |
| UPC | 848399052428 |
| Position | Left (driver side) |
| Length | 19.75 inch |
| Fitment | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits these models: 1959–1966 Jeep CJ3 (Base); 1959–1971 Jeep CJ5 (Base); 1966–1968 Jeep CJ5A (Base); 1959–1971 Jeep CJ6 (Base); 1966–1968 Jeep CJ6A (Base); 1946–1949 Jeep Willys CJ-2; 1949–1958 Jeep Willys CJ-3; 1955–1958 Jeep Willys CJ-5; and 1956–1958 Jeep Willys CJ-6.
The CJ7 and Wrangler models are not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
Check the package contents against your installation before starting.
