Beginners Guide to Identify Your Jeep Wrangler Front End Parts

Thank you for watching this beginners guide video and I hope it helps you identify the front suspension and steering components found under your 2007-2018 JK Jeep Wrangler. Please note this is very basic information that I am providing and I didn't intend on doing a deep dive into the theory and concept of the design and function of each component.
Equipment
Shocks - Rancho RS9000XL www.gorancho.com/
Off-Road Lighting - LightForce Venom and Striker LED’s www.lightforce.com/en_us/prod...
Radios - Midland 1001LWX CB & X-Talker Extreme Handhelds midlandusa.com/
Recovery - Mile Marker SEC15 15,000lb Winch milemarker.com/
Jeep Accessories - Aries Automotive www.ariesautomotive.com/
Drive Shafts - Tom Woods 4xshaft.com/
Gearing - Yukon 4.56 w/master rebuild www.yukongear.com/
Lockers - Yukon Grizzly Front/Rear www.yukongear.com/
Soft Top - SunTop Cargo Top U4 www.thesuntop.com/
Steering - CAVFAB 1 Ton Kit www.cavfab.com/
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Simply outstanding! I ordered my first Jeep in July (still waiting). This is perfect for new Jeep owner in understanding all the terminology for the suspension. Thank you for taking the time to explain it.

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I had trouble remembering the parts until I installed a lift. Now, the names of the parts are ingraved in my brain. Thank you for sharing.

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Great instructional video, Thank you for sharing.

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[@JetSetterJoe]

Very helpful! I am not a complete novice but got in over my head while installing a new lift kit and this was extremely valuable in helping me understand what things *should* be like under my Jeep (and what they are called!).

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Thanks. That's useful information, presented. I have a used Wrangler that was customized before I bought it. I'm still compiling a list of replaced parts, and this is really handy to watch.

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Thank you. Answered many questions I had but didn't want to ask in public!

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I have a new to me Jeep with no previous knowledge, thank you for this video.

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[@Georgia4Low]

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Very helpful and well done - Thank you!

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[@roguemind]

Subscribed specifically because of this video. Thanks a lot. I've tinkered with cars (diy, not pro) for years so I know some of this, but it's great to see things and see them described a bit and actually pointed too. I wish there were a lot more videos like this. How much better are the dual steering stabilizers? Is a lift with bigger tires the main reason to get a dual or would a stock benefit? Planning my lift for bigger tires.

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for the support! To be honest a dual steering stabilizer is just for looks, I have since went back to a single unit and like it better as steering is lighter. A single stabilizer will serve you perfectly. Thanks for watching

[@martinfsullivan]

Very helpful Arthur. Thank you for taking the time to put this together and publish. I have the bug and want to learn everything possible about my JK. Any resources you would recommend? Would like the same level of knowledge as a certified Jeep tech without changing industries.

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for the support and watching! Not one resource I can think of other than exploring the internet. I like to explore Jeep forums and Facebook Jeep groups and search KZbin videos. I take away a little from each and apply it to when working on the Jeep.

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I needed this. Thanks

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[@GenVirtu]

Thank you for the video. I was trying to figure this out myself as far as the Terminology of the different parts. I was to upgrade my control arms track bar etc. thanks again

[@Georgia4Low]

You’re Welcome and thanks for watching

[@GoldenK9Campers]

Very helpful. Probably need to watch it a bunch more times to understand and remember the names, but appreciate this straight forward video. I'll checkout your channel to see if you have some additional similar content. I'm a wrangler wannabe newebee.

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Thank you!! Super helpful!

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Glad I could help. Thanks for watching

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[@sassanlachini5383]

Thanks for the comprehensive basic introduction to the front anatomy of the JK. It's very clear view- and understandable - and your Jeep ist CLEAN 🌟! I think the pitman-arm connects to the STEERING box, not the gearbox.

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This video is so helpful to identify name certain parts needed to replace it soon.

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I hope so, I kind of wished I planned it a lot better and could made it with more detail and instructions like. It was shooting from the hip on this one. Thanks for watching man!!

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Have you done a video about going through more of the engine itself? If not can you?? This video was awesome thank you!

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hey lots of help ive recently moved a light poll with the passenger front and made a mess of all that ...stuff i can only pray God be with me on my efforts to replace all them arms and sway bars thanks brother

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Immediately subscribe because your tone and candor are absolutely excellent. Thank you for the simplified explanation. You are 100% right that people tend to bash newer jeep owners because they don’t understand some of the lingo that go along with Jeep’s. Is there a video you can suggest to freshen up your front suspension on the JK. Perhaps maintenance, torque’s and common issues. I get some bump steer and have recently developed a death wobble. RC 4’lift. Starting to think my pitman arm needs lowering and definitely know my drag link needs replaced.

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for the support. A 4in lift complicates things on a Jeep but nothing that can’t be fixed. I’m also new to Jeeps (2years). Bump steer is because the drag link and track bar are no longer parallel with the axle or with each other. In most cases adding a track bar bracket which rises the passenger side end of the track bar and flipping the drag link tie Rod on the passenger side. Adjustable control arms are a must with a 4in lift. I would recommend lower and uppers. Death wobble can be simple as mis-alignment toe or worn steering/ball joints/track bar etc.

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I do appreciate the video. Fantastic information. I totally agree that some Jeep veterans come across as ‘know it all’ and try to show off their knowledge to new Jeep owners but don’t help since they forget that our knowledge isn’t as varied as them. That’s one treason I don’t join clubs and prefer to be a lone wolf. I’ve built an impressive Jeep and maintained it on my own, but it’s a big turn off so I don’t associate with other Jeep owners or clubs.

[@Georgia4Low]

I’m kind of the same way as in not associating with clubs or that many other Jeep owners. I bought a Jeep because I wanted a capable vehicle with unlimited aftermarket support. I just don’t understand the Jeep Community at all and don’t want to. Thanks for watching

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You’re welcome!!

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Hello !!!! Very good information on the front end parts I have a 2013 Jeep wrangler unlimited SAHARA V6 3.6 35"x 12.5 R 20 , M/S DICK CEPEK Tires I don't like it very Rough ride and out of balance feel It's my first jeep Have a great rest of your day

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Great video. By chance do you have a video for Beginners Guide to Identify Your Jeep Wrangler REAR End Parts?

[@Georgia4Low]

Sorry I do not. Thanks for watching

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Also a bit of a rookie, and thank you! Is this generally the same on most vehicles? I'm just trying to understand all of this

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for watching. This really only covers the JK Jeep but these same parts are very common on a lot of other Jeep Wrangler models, just maybe configured differently

[@missyhayes9710]

LOVED Your Tutorial.. Thanks for the video.. It was very educational.. Question: Should the Stabilzer bar move up and down? I've had my jeep in the service dept (twice now and still not right, so its going back again) originally for "death wobble" and they've replaced the steering dampers (1st) then track bar (2nd) and jeep still not right plus there's still a noise .. any suggestions? (My husband took video of stabilizer bar movement bcuz it didnt move before they worked on it & thinks that may be where noise coming from plus the jeep still pulls to right & steering wheel is off center to left) I'm a bit frustrated and need help to figure this out. I've had my jeep 2 yrs with no issues until the death wobble. Again, thanks for the information and hope you can help.

[@Georgia4Low]

“Stabilizer Bar” are you referring the tie rod? The steering stabilizer attaches to the axle and the tie rod. The tie rod has tie rod ends on each end. Tie rod ends are like ball sockets and the tie rod itself should rotate up and down.

[@missyhayes9710]

I have it on video .. can I send it to you?

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@@missyhayes9710 will email work? [e-mail]

[@Tx_spacecowboy]

New jeep owner, thx for the video, helped me to know what I was looking at. I have a question. I replaced my stock shocks with skyjacker black max. And a few days later I have squeaking from the front suspension, any idea what could cause it? Never had the sound with the stock shocks. Thx.

[@Georgia4Low]

I’ve never had shocks make that type of noise unless they are completely shot/blown out. With the Jeep sitting still and you push down on each corner of the bumper compressing the suspension does it squeak?

[@Tx_spacecowboy]

@@Georgia4Low don’t think it’s the shock, I narrowed it to the driver front side. When I push down on the front of the jeep it squeaks. It’s driving me crazy, no squeaking with stock shocks, and now with brand new shocks it’s squeaking.

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Thanks for watching, you gotta have someone that can help. Facebook is filled with Jeep groups and it's a great place to locate other Jeepers.

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Can you do a video on unloader kingpin?

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for watching! Not sure what a unloader kingpin is. Sorry

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[@francoeula3625]

Hello, greetings from Argentina, excellent video. my question is how long after being bought new can the front end of a jk 3.6l show wear with fairly urban use? thank you big hug!

[@Georgia4Low]

The front end suspension parts should last well over 100,000 miles of normal driving on pavement with stock tires/wheels.

[@francoeula3625]

@@Georgia4Low Thank you very much for answering me so quickly, you are very kind. In my jeep I have 285/70/18 by goodrich tires, they are 3 sizes more than the ones that come from the factory. Could it be that these will reduce that thousand by half? thank you very much 🤗

[@Georgia4Low]

I feel pretty confident that even with 285/70/18 size tires you should have great service life from the suspension parts. They could reduce the life of the ball joints and tie rod ends but I'm pretty sure you still should see 100,000 miles of use. Off-road would shorten the life the parts quicker.

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[@datmars1]

What are the bushings called that are on the tie rod ends where they connect to the upper and lower steering knuckles?

[@Georgia4Low]

The upper and lower steering knuckle is connected to the axle via Ball Joints. The tie rod it self has Tie Rod Ends on each end.

[@ddawson3122]

Hi Arthur, I know I’m a little late to this thread but I hope you still can offer some help. Both my 2000 and 2005 wrangler violently wobble between 50-55mph, no wobble before that or after. Would you happen to know what would cause this? Stabilizer bar, etc? Thank you!

[@Georgia4Low]

First things is to check the track bar ends, mounting bolts, and track bar brackets for wear. The track bar positions and keeps the axle centered under the Jeep. Should be zero movement in the track bar mounts or ends. Next make sure the ball joints are not worn out, tie road ends as well.

[@wowhodl5646]

I think when you said pitman arm is connected to the gear box you need to explain a little more. Is this specific to your jeep? what is the reason the steering would be connected to the transmission component?

[@Georgia4Low]

The pitmen arm is connected to the sector shaft coming out of the steering gear box. It’s common for the steering gear box to be referred to as the gear box or steering gear box. Thanks for watching

[@VictorGarcia-dv6rn]

Is the drag link supposed to move like the tie rod?

[@Georgia4Low]

Yes, it basically has “tie rod” ends on each end of the drag link.

[@Evan_R]

Should your drag link have any movement in it

[@Georgia4Low]

Yes, the drag link has "tie rod" type ends that allow for movement. Tie rods ends are like ball sockets. They should not be floppin' around or any looseness in the tie rod end itself.

[@mikerayis456]

Thanks Dirt Hammers off-road

[@Georgia4Low]

Thanks for watching

[@user-qi4cs4xl5o]

What is name for in front has a small shock . I would like to now right name fir it

[@Georgia4Low]

Steering stabilizer?

[@jahknowstar4714]

Hello I want to buy the lower arm for my jeep but I can’t get my type

[@Georgia4Low]

You either have OEM (factory) or aftermarket. Need to determine what you have first

[@arod32010]

I have a 2013 jeep rubicon and my drag link is making contact with the single steering stabilizer I have; What can be the issue? One day old jeep owner..

[@Georgia4Low]

That’s hard to determine without seeing it. Does your Jeep have after market steering components and stabilizer? Or is 100% stock?

[@arod32010]

@@Georgia4Low everything I see is stock, besides 35" tires and teraflex lower control arms..

[@Georgia4Low]

@@arod32010 I would advise to find a good local Jeep guy to review the components under Jeep with you. I suspect some other aftermarket parts. Note: My aftermarket drag link makes contact with my steering stabilizer at full lock but I’m running a dual stabilizer

[@proverbs9103]

I have death wobble and my drag link twists is that okay or is that where my problem is

[@Georgia4Low]

The tie rod ends on the end of the drag link and tie rod itself are “ball” type sockets and are designed to rotate and move in multi directions. I would suspect 1. Alignment 2. Track bar/mount 3. Tie rod ends 4. Ball Joints

[@proverbs9103]

@@Georgia4Low thank you I'm just going to take it to the shop on Monday

[@tatchik77]

"New guys" & GIRLS! 😁

[@Georgia4Low]

You are correct! New ladies and gentlemen. Thanks for watching

[@angelmejia814]

Very helpful video. Thank you. One little detail, please don’t use the word “obviously” , that makes me feel dumber hahaha. JK

[@Georgia4Low]

Glad to help and thanks for watching