Overview
The Mountain Off Road Enterprises MRE9927 is a heavy-duty drag link for the 1982-1983 Jeep CJ5, the 1982-1986 Jeep CJ7 and the 1982-1985 Jeep Scrambler. A drag link is the steering rod that carries motion from the pitman arm to the steering knuckle, and this one is built from 1-inch outside diameter D.O.M. steel tubing with a .219 wall.
The tube is threaded at each end for 5/8 left-hand and right-hand rod ends, and wrench flats at both ends make length adjustment easier. The rod ends are race-car style, lined with Teflon and Kevlar, and self lubricating.
Key features
- 1-inch outside diameter by .219 wall D.O.M. steel tubing
- Threaded on each end for 5/8 left and right rod ends
- Wrench flats on each end for adjusting length
- Teflon and Kevlar lined, self lubricating rod ends
- Heat treated alloy steel rod end body, plated for durability
- Mounts under or over the knuckles
- Jam nuts and grade 8 hardware provided
Choosing and maintaining a drag link
The drag link transfers steering motion from the pitman arm across to the knuckle, so its joints carry constant load. Play in the rod ends shows up as wander, a loose feel at center, or clunking over bumps, and it tends to appear first at the joints rather than in the tube.
When you fit a heavier link, check that the tie rod and steering components are in similar condition, since they work as a system. Re-check the jam nuts and rod end threads periodically, and keep dust and grit away from the joints.
- Inspect the rod end boots and seals regularly
- Check that the jam nuts hold the length after adjustment
- Confirm the knuckle and pitman arm connections are tight
Specifications
| Brand | Mountain Off Road Enterprises |
|---|---|
| Part number | MRE9927 |
| Part type | Heavy-duty drag link |
| Tube | D.O.M. steel, 1 inch outside diameter, .219 wall |
| Thread | 5/8 left and right at each end |
| Rod ends | Teflon / Kevlar lined, self lubricating, alloy steel heat treated body, plated |
| Hardware | Jam nuts and grade 8 hardware |
| Fit type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1982-1983 Jeep CJ5, the 1982-1986 Jeep CJ7 and the 1982-1985 Jeep Scrambler.
It is sized for the 1982-1983 CJ5, 1982-1986 CJ7 and 1982-1985 Scrambler. For pre-1982 CJ models or any Wrangler YJ or TJ, confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The drag link mounts under or over the knuckles, but the stock tapered hole must be drilled out to a straight 5/8 inch hole, so this is not a no-drill bolt-on. The rod ends use the included jam nuts to lock their position once length is set.
What’s included
Heavy-duty drag link with race-car style rod ends, jam nuts and grade 8 hardware.
