Clayton Off Road Short Rear Lower Control Arms for 2007-2026 Jeep Wrangler JK/JL 4WD

Is This for You?

• You're running 3.5"–6" of lift on your JK or JL and your rear axle keeps walking under load — these arms correct caster and re-center the axle without fabrication.
• You've snapped or bent OEM stamped-steel control arms on the trail — you need 2"x2" 1/4" wall DOM square tube, not the factory tin.
• You're tired of poly bushings that squeak, bind, and crack after one season — the GIIRO dual-durometer bushing is maintenance-free and self-centering to 30° of misalignment.

The Result

• 2"x2" square tube with 1/4" wall thickness — significantly more cross-sectional strength than standard 1.5" round tube competitors.
• CE-9114N forged Johnny Joint (frame side) delivers 40° of misalignment with greaseable, rebuildable construction — no binding under articulation.
• Dual-durometer GIIRO bushing (axle side) self-centers through 30° of misalignment, isolates NVH, and requires zero maintenance.

Clayton's COR-1809102 rear lower control arms are built around 2"x2" square DOM tubing with a 1/4" wall — a cross-section that outperforms the 1.5" round tube used by most competitors in both bending resistance and torsional rigidity. The frame-side CE-9114N Johnny Joint uses a 1.25"-12 RH forged rod end with a 2.5" narrow profile, keeping the joint tight to the frame rail and reducing the moment arm under load. The axle-side GIIRO bushing uses a dual-durometer rubber compound: a softer outer layer absorbs road vibration and NVH, while a stiffer inner core resists deflection under lateral load. The self-centering geometry allows 30° of misalignment without binding — critical on lifted Wranglers where axle wrap and droop angles exceed OEM design parameters. Premium tube inserts (1.25"x12 RH, 1/4" wall square) are welded into the tube ends for thread integrity under repeated torque cycles. Finish is black powder coat for corrosion resistance in off-road environments. Made in the USA.

Audit Table

Verified Fitment (OFAS Standard)

✅ Fits 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler JK (2-Door & Unlimited 4-Door) 4WD
✅ Fits 2018–2026 Jeep Wrangler JL (2-Door & Unlimited 4-Door) 4WD — 0"–6" Lift for Rear Axle Centering Correction
❌ Does NOT fit Jeep Wrangler TJ (1997–2006)
❌ Does NOT fit Jeep Wrangler YJ (1987–1995)
❌ Does NOT fit Jeep Gladiator JT (different rear suspension geometry — verify separately)
❌ Does NOT fit 2WD variants
❌ Does NOT fit JL models with lift exceeding 6" without verifying arm length compatibility

Installation & Fabrication Notes

• Bolt-in installation — no cutting, welding, or frame modification required.
• Use 9/16"-18 hardware supplied in kit for the Johnny Joint frame-side mount.
• Torque frame-side Johnny Joint bolt to OEM specification for your model year (JK: 130 ft-lbs; JL: verify with Clayton torque spec sheet).
• Rear alignment (toe and thrust angle) must be checked and corrected after installation — axle centering is the primary function of this arm on lifted JLs.
• On JL models with ADAS (forward collision, lane assist): recalibrate cameras and sensors after any suspension geometry change per Jeep service procedure.
• Grease the CE-9114N Johnny Joint at the zerk fitting before first use and at regular service intervals.

Wheel & Tire Fitment

Compatible with standard JK/JL wheel and tire combinations running up to 37" tires on 0"–6" lift. Larger tire fitment (38"–40"+) may require additional suspension components — verify with your builder. No load range restriction imposed by this arm set.

Engineering Question: Are you running a JL with factory ADAS (automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning)? If yes, plan for sensor recalibration after installation — suspension geometry changes affect camera and radar alignment. Confirm your lift height is within the 0"–6" range this arm is rated for before ordering.