{"product_id":"clayton-3link-upper-mount-bracket-zj-cor-1130300","title":"Clayton Off Road 3-Link Upper Mount Bracket Kit for 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIs This for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're upgrading your ZJ Grand Cherokee's pocket-style crossmember to a 3-link rear suspension setup and need the upper control arm mount brackets\u003c\/strong\u003e — these two brackets weld directly to the top of the existing Clayton ZJ crossmember, converting it from a standard crossmember to a 3-link upper mount without replacing the entire crossmember.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to add a triangulated upper control arm to your ZJ build without fabricating upper mounts from scratch\u003c\/strong\u003e — the angled back side and return on each bracket are pre-formed to align correctly with the upper 3-link crossmember mount position, eliminating the layout and fitment work of a raw bracket build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're running or planning to run the optional Clayton ZJ axle truss (COR-1130101) and need the matching upper mount brackets\u003c\/strong\u003e — the opposite side of each bracket is designed to weld to the Clayton truss, creating a complete upper mount assembly when used together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Result\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pocket-style 3-link upper mount brackets — weld to the top of the Clayton ZJ crossmember to add a triangulated upper control arm mount without replacing the crossmember.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngled back side with return — pre-formed geometry aligns the bracket correctly to the upper 3-link crossmember mount position without additional layout or fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with optional Clayton ZJ axle truss (COR-1130101) — the truss-side face of each bracket is designed to weld directly to the truss for a complete upper mount assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe COR-1130300 is a two-piece weld-on bracket kit that upgrades Clayton Off Road's pocket-style ZJ Grand Cherokee crossmember to a 3-link rear suspension configuration. The brackets weld to the top of the crossmember and provide the upper control arm mount point required for a triangulated 3-link setup. Each bracket features an angled back side with a return — a pre-formed geometry that aligns the bracket to the correct upper mount position relative to the crossmember without requiring the fabricator to lay out and fit a flat bracket from scratch. The opposite face of each bracket is designed to weld to the optional Clayton ZJ axle truss (COR-1130101), creating a complete upper mount assembly when the truss and brackets are used together. Critical installation note: the brackets must be welded to the top of the crossmember before the crossmember is installed in the vehicle — once the crossmember is in place, access to the upper mount weld area is restricted and a full-penetration weld cannot be completed. Sold as a set of 2 brackets. Made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAudit Table\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOR-1130300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Link Upper Mount Bracket Kit, ZJ Crossmember Upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Brackets (Set)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeld-On — to top of Clayton ZJ crossmember\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBracket Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePocket Style, Angled Back with Return\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Crossmember\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClayton Off Road ZJ Pocket-Style Crossmember\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOR-1130101 (Optional Clayton ZJ Axle Truss)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Sequence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeld brackets to crossmember BEFORE installing crossmember in vehicle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\" x 4\" x 4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVerified Fitment (OFAS Standard)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ Fits 1993–1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ — 3-Link Upper Mount Bracket Kit for Clayton ZJ Crossmember\u003cbr\u003e❌ Does NOT fit Jeep Cherokee XJ — different crossmember and rear suspension architecture\u003cbr\u003e❌ Does NOT fit Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ (1999–2004) — different rear suspension design\u003cbr\u003e❌ Does NOT fit non-Clayton crossmembers — bracket geometry is specific to Clayton's ZJ pocket-style crossmember\u003cbr\u003e❌ Not a standalone upper mount — requires Clayton ZJ crossmember as the base structure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Fabrication Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical sequence: weld brackets to the crossmember BEFORE installing the crossmember in the vehicle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the crossmember is installed, access to the upper mount weld area is blocked and a full-penetration weld cannot be completed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the crossmember top surface to bare metal in the bracket contact zone before fitting — remove paint, primer, and mill scale for full-penetration welds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-fit both brackets to the crossmember and verify alignment to the upper 3-link mount position before tacking — the angled back side and return must seat flush against the crossmember surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTack both brackets in position and verify symmetry and alignment before final welding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-penetration MIG or TIG welds on all bracket-to-crossmember contact surfaces — do not stitch weld only on load-bearing joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf using the optional COR-1130101 truss, weld the truss-side face of each bracket to the truss before crossmember installation as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter welding, coat all bare metal with weld-through primer and chassis paint to prevent corrosion at weld zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWheel \u0026amp; Tire Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspension bracket kit — no direct wheel or tire fitment restriction. Upper control arm geometry and tire clearance are determined by your 3-link arm length, lift height, and axle position, not by these brackets alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Question:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have you confirmed you are using the Clayton Off Road pocket-style ZJ crossmember as your base structure? These brackets are dimensioned for Clayton's specific crossmember geometry — they will not align correctly on a non-Clayton or aftermarket crossmember. Also confirm whether you are using the optional COR-1130101 truss, as the truss-side weld face on each bracket must be welded before crossmember installation.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Clayton Off Road","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51651276898625,"sku":"COR-1130300","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/COR-1130300-COR.jpg?v=1776526729","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/clayton-3link-upper-mount-bracket-zj-cor-1130300","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}