Apex Chassis HD Polished Steering Kit | High-Steer Flip | 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU

Apex Chassis HD Polished Aluminum Steering Kit | High-Steer Flip | 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler JK / JKU

The Apex Chassis KIT140-YesFlip is a heavy-duty polished aluminum complete steering kit — tie rod and drag link assembly — engineered for the 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler JK and JKU with high-steer knuckle conversion. This is the flip kit variant in polished aluminum — designed specifically for builds running aftermarket high-steer knuckles (e.g., Dynatrac, RockJock, Synergy) where the drag link must be flipped above the knuckle to correct geometry. Polished finish offers a premium appearance vs. the black aluminum flip variants. Do not install on OEM or standard knuckle builds — use KIT140-NoFlip for standard geometry JK/JKU applications.

Verified Fitment (OFAS Standard)

• Jeep Wrangler JK (2-door): 2007–2018 — Sport, Sahara, Rubicon — with high-steer knuckle conversion
• Jeep Wrangler JKU (4-door Unlimited): 2007–2018 — Sport, Sahara, Rubicon — with high-steer knuckle conversion

Does NOT fit: 2018–2026 Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU (different steering geometry — see KIT125-Dana44-YesFlip or KIT125-Dana30-YesFlip). Does not fit Jeep Gladiator JT. Does not fit OEM or standard knuckle builds — flip geometry will produce incorrect drag link angle on non-high-steer knuckles (use KIT140-NoFlip instead). Does not fit 2006 or earlier Wrangler TJ/LJ.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: KIT140-YesFlip-JJSP
• Configuration: Complete kit — tie rod + drag link assembly
• Geometry: Flip (YesFlip) — requires high-steer knuckle conversion
• Material: Polished aluminum (lighter than steel KIT130-NoFlip at 49.4 lbs)
• Rod Ends: Phosphate-coated high-misalignment ends
• Weight: 46.4 lbs
• Application: High-steer lifted JK/JKU builds — 2–6" lift range

Installation Notes

• Alignment required: Full front-end alignment (caster, camber, toe) mandatory after installation. Tie rod and drag link replacement directly affects toe and caster settings — do not drive until aligned.
• Torque specs: Tie rod and drag link end jam nuts — torque to manufacturer specification (verify in Apex install sheet). Castellated nuts at knuckle and pitman arm — torque to 55–75 ft-lbs and install cotter pin.
• High-steer requirement: This flip kit is designed exclusively for high-steer knuckle conversions. Confirm your knuckle brand and model is compatible with this kit’s mounting geometry before ordering.
• Lift requirement: Designed for 2–6" lifted applications. Verify drag link angle on lower lifts before installation to avoid bump steer.
• Caster correction: On lifts exceeding 3", adjustable control arms or a caster correction kit is recommended to restore factory caster angle after installation.
• Unsprung weight note: At 46.4 lbs, verify shock valving and spring rate are appropriate for the added unsprung mass on lifted builds.

Installation Warning

This flip kit will produce incorrect and unsafe drag link geometry if installed on OEM or standard knuckles — do not substitute for the NoFlip variant (KIT140-NoFlip). Installing on JL/JLU will result in geometry incompatibility — use KIT125-Dana44-YesFlip or KIT125-Dana30-YesFlip instead. Do not drive the vehicle until a full front-end alignment has been completed by a qualified alignment technician. Once installed, the unit is non-returnable.

What high-steer knuckle brand and model are you running, what is your current lift height and tire size, and have you confirmed your JK/JKU is 2007–2018 (not JL/JLU) before ordering?