Overview
The Skyjacker heavy-duty swedged tie rod tube TR300 (SKYTR300) is a 1.25 inch D.O.M. tie rod tube that fits the Jeep Cherokee XJ, Comanche, Grand Cherokee ZJ and WJ, and the Wrangler JK and LJ. It uses the factory tie rod ends.
The tube is built to pair with Skyjacker’s Rock Ready lifts and works as a heavy-duty replacement for the stock tube.
The tube keeps the factory tie rod ends, so the rest of the steering stays as it is while the stronger tube replaces the original.
Key features
- 1.25 inch D.O.M. tube
- Swedged heavy-duty design
- Uses factory tie rod ends
- Made to complement Rock Ready lifts
Choosing and checking tie rods
A tie rod connects the steering gear to the steering knuckles, so its job is to carry steering effort from the gear to each front wheel. On a lifted Jeep the angles at the ends of the tube change, and the tube takes more load when the tires are larger or the steering is used hard off road. A stronger tube helps keep steering geometry stable under those conditions, but the rest of the linkage still has to be sound.
When replacing the tube, inspect the tie rod ends, drag link and steering stabilizer at the same time. Worn ends create play that a new tube cannot correct, and a bent tube usually means the vehicle has taken a hard hit that should be checked elsewhere. After installation, check toe alignment and recheck all clamp and jam nut torque after the first few drives.
- Look for play at the ball joints and tie rod ends
- Check the steering stabilizer and drag link for wear
- Re-check clamp bolts after the first trail runs
Specifications
| Brand | Skyjacker |
|---|---|
| Part number | SKYTR300 |
| Tube | 1.25 inch D.O.M. |
| Tie rod ends | Uses factory ends |
| Fit type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
The TR300 fits the 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ), the 1991-1992 Comanche, the 1993-1998 Grand Cherokee (ZJ), the 1999-2002 Grand Cherokee (WJ), the 2004-2006 Wrangler (LJ) and the 2007-2016 Wrangler (JK).
Other Wrangler generations, including the TJ, are not covered. Confirm fit for your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The tube is used with the factory tie rod ends.
What’s included
Not included: tie rod ends.
