{"product_id":"kit373-ford-17-drag-link-kit-blk-aluminum","title":"KIT373 - Ford 17+ - Drag Link Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eApex Model KIT373\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Part # KIT173 Superseded to KIT373\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Connecting Rod Material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"template-product\" data-check-for-order=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dynamic-sections\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--17203819315361__custom_liquid_ft7h7L\" class=\"shopify-section shopify-section--custom-liquid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-whole column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA direct replacement extreme duty Drag Link assembly to replace your underperforming OE steering. Oversized drag link ends, connected by massive DOM, Polished Aluminum or Black Aluminum adjusting sleeves, eliminates death wobble and tightens up steering under the most extreme conditions. Weak adjusting sleeves are replaced via drag link ends threading directly into the connecting rods and secured by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur proprietary \u003cstrong\u003ejam nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e (which include the extra holding power of \u003cstrong\u003e3 set screws\u003c\/strong\u003e threaded into the wrench flats)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eninja lock-washers\u003c\/strong\u003e on the drag link ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will change the way your vehicle drives forever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IT FITS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFord F250 Super Duty (2017-2026) 4WD (except wide track)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFord F350 Super Duty (2017-2026) 4WD (except wide track)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFITMENT NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBDS TRACKBAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Our drag link is not compatible with the BDS Adjustable Trackbar as the adjuster sleeve on the BDS unit will contact the Apex drag link in operation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHIGH MOUNT STEERING STABILIZER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Must be mounted in OE position at taper hole in pitman arm side drag link end. We recommend OE style stabilizers from Fox (Part 985-24-001) and Carli (not through shaft stabilizers such as Fox ATS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT COMPATIBLE WITH WIDE TRACK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement set screws:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDrag Link\u003cstrong\u003e - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apexchassis.com\/products\/xp172-5-16-x-18-3-pack-set-screws-with-loctite?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=5f474fed7\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eXP172\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--17203819315361__custom_liquid_wXWift\" class=\"shopify-section shopify-section--custom-liquid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-whole column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"special-sauce metafields-info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Special Sauce:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"special-sauce-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOUSING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAE 1045 Solid Steel Forged Housing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is unequivocally the best carbon alloy steel for this application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCNC Machined Housing: \u003c\/strong\u003eMake our parts and bearings dimensionally perfect, eliminating any die wear issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBALL STUDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly Ball Studs: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor the strongest possible metallurgy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInduction Heat Treated Ball Studs: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvides a very precise heat treatment to the exact depth and location we want it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRolled Threads: \u003c\/strong\u003eMade by pressing the shape of the threads into the ball stud instead of cutting. This strengthens the threads instead of weakening them and allows for easy movement of hardware. This ain't no Ikea furniture!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Threads: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllows for very easy movement of hardware on install and superior holding when torqued (installer choice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEARING DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Metal to Metal Bearing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOOTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCR Rubber Boots: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe most durable material for undercar applications. Resistant to deterioration from road level ozone, oil\/gas\/engine fluids and extreme heat or cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccordion Boot: \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal for high-articulation components, more flexibility means longer life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Aluminum: \u003c\/strong\u003eHighly polished, raw aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Aluminum and DOM Steel: \u003c\/strong\u003ePowder coated black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARDWARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware: \u003c\/strong\u003eSuperior tensile strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCastle Nut: \u003c\/strong\u003eIndustry standard where high vibration loads occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eADJUSTING RODS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag Link: 1.75\" DOM SAE 1020 Tube: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeavy walled steel tubing provides the tightest most robust steering on the market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrag Link: 2\" 7075-T6 Aluminum Rod: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe best aluminum available for this application. Extremely durable but has some flex and memory if you really bash it into something.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLUBRICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre Threaded Zerk Housing: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you have ever installed a MOOG Ball Joint without a pre-threaded zerk fitting you will understand what a simple but great feature this is. Another installer fav.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreaseable: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause it should be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Greased: \u003c\/strong\u003eJust in case you forget, we have you covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGull Winged Grease Grooves: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllows for improved lubrication disbursement around the ball stud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZerk Fittings: \u003c\/strong\u003eIncluded for every application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"align-right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre Bent Ninja Washers (tm): \u003c\/strong\u003eAn APEX exclusive is our Ninja Washer which is a unique method of securing the lock nut to the tube, erasing the need for lightly built adjusting tubes with ugly pinch clamps. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd who doesn't want a ninja on their front end!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Engagement Mark on Drag Link End Threads: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf this mark in the thread of the drag link is showing it means you are beyond the safe engagement of threads into the adjusting sleeve. You may be lifted too high and need to switch to a flip kit or you may need to equal out the adjusting sleeve between the two ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible Drag Link: \u003c\/strong\u003eAnother APEX Innovation: In some lifted or aftermarket applications the pitman arm end of the drag link is flipped over causing difficulties with mounting the steering stabilizer into the tapered hole on the drag link end. To solve this we have drilled the hole out straight and provided a reversible stainless steel taper sleeve so the steering stabilizer can be mounted from either side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreaseable, High Articulation Spherical Bushing: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor extreme durability our passenger side tie rod is fitted with an oversized greaseable high articulation spherical bushing. This allows for maximum articulation and load disbursement, for better performance, and longer life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur adjusting sleeves are made in the \u003cspan style=\"background-color: hsl(0,0%,100%); color: red;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--17203819315361__custom_liquid_KQH67W\" class=\"shopify-section shopify-section--custom-liquid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-whole column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install_instructions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"APEX","offers":[{"title":"DOM Matte Black Powder Coated Steel","offer_id":48421002969338,"sku":"KIT373-STL","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7075-T6 Polished Aluminum","offer_id":48421003002106,"sku":"KIT373-POL","price":635.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7075-T6 Anodized Black Aluminum","offer_id":48421003034874,"sku":"KIT373-BLK","price":635.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/9304\/7546\/files\/kit371blksteel_600x_67f760d2-35e6-44e8-8d1f-21640b72ce01.jpg?v=1770741020","url":"https:\/\/www.powerhouse-diesel.com\/products\/kit373-ford-17-drag-link-kit-blk-aluminum","provider":"Powerhouse Diesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}