The TJ drag link is also approximately the same diameter and construction as the ZJ tie rod, if that matters.
What drag link to go with the ZJ Tie Rod Conversion?
I read that the ZJ drag link is cheaper than the TJ and will work, but a little longer and causes difficulty with the steering dampener install, et. Al.
Why not just get the Crown HD steering kit and get everything you need all in one package?
I actually read some pretty bad reviews.
Yeah, I've got play where the Drag Link meets the passenger wheel. That's the reason I went for it...I am pretty sure it's the cause of my DW (see below). The steering sure is clunky wjhen I'm toed in 1/16".The drag link is not necessary, but doesn't hurt. Also, you can just reuse you stock steering stabilizer, so that's also another option if you find yourself wanting a new one.
I actually read some pretty bad reviews. Some guys said it would be better to just get the Moog parts
I had the crown HD steering and it was fine but nothing like Currie, which is on my TJ.
Arrghh. Once again, Currie a safe way to go for sure. Hope these Moog are old school...The quality of moog has gone down hill over the years. I have no luck with their parts. Their trackbar pooped out on me within a few unabused thousand miles and turned brown after the first winter. It reminded me of Rough Country.
I had the crown HD steering and it was fine but nothing like Currie, which is on my TJ.
Yeah, I've got play where the Drag Link meets the passenger wheel. That's the reason I went for it...I am pretty sure it's the cause of my DW (see below). The steering sure is clunky wjhen I'm toed in 1/16".
Here's the interesting thing as I've been diagnosing DW. When I toe out, DW goes away. I concluded that geometrically a toe out will stabilize the drag link at the passenger wheel because it's longer and pushing out. When I got under the Jeep while someone steered wildly I could definitely see play there, as well as where the drag link meets the stock pitman arm. Well, this is what I hope solves it. Tanks for the thread to the original OP and to Chris for all the helpful How-To's. I'll report back after I get installed..
FYI, the ZJ conversion with a TJ Drag Link is now costing about $300 on Amazon Prime if you get a new steering stabilizer as well.
There needs to be more clarity on what you need to do this conversion in the OP. Of course, I'm adding the Drag Link, so it could be added as an addendum
ES3095R Tie Rod End (x1)
ES3096L Tie Rod End (x2)
ES2079S Adjusting Sleeve (x1)
DS1312 Tie Rod End (which is your Tie Rod) (x1)
DS1430 Tie Rod End (which is your Drag Link) (x1)
Steering Stabilizer of your Choice