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XJ Cherokee ('84-'01)/MJ Comanche ('86-'93) Long Arm Suspension Upgrades

Rusty’s Off Road has the most extensive line-up of Long Arm Long Travel Suspension Systems for the Jeep Cherokee. Whether you’re wanting a more capable rock crawler that you can still daily drive, or you’re looking to build a Jeep Speed racer, we have the solution. All trail tested tough, put through the hardest races, and built right here in America.

Rusty’s XJ Cherokee radius arm long travel suspension crossmember and control arms

Radius Arm / High Clearance Radius Arm

Balanced for daily drivers and trail rigs.

  • Designed for on-road and off-road use
  • Fully adjustable and rebuildable control arms
  • Modular 3-piece crossmember design
  • Made in America and trail tested
Use-case rating bars for XJ Radius Arm system: daily driving, trail rig, rock crawling, competition
Rusty’s XJ Cherokee 4 link long arm suspension crossmember and control arms

Standard 4 Link / High Clearance 4 Link

Improved handling and performance on and off road.

  • Great for high speed handling and performance
  • Designed for on-road and off-road use
  • Fully adjustable and rebuildable control arms
  • Modular 3-piece crossmember design
Use-case rating bars for XJ 4 Link system: daily driving, trail rig, rock crawling, competition
Rusty’s XJ Cherokee 3 link long arm suspension crossmember and control arms

Standard 3 Link / High Clearance 3 Link

Built for rock crawling and extreme trail articulation.

  • Great articulation for rock crawling and technical trails
  • Suggested for primarily off-road use
  • Fully adjustable and rebuildable control arms
  • Reinforced crossmember design
Use-case rating bars for XJ 3 Link system: daily driving, trail rig, rock crawling, competition
Rusty’s XJ Cherokee competition 4 link long arm suspension with heim joints

Competition 4 Link

Race-focused setup built for high speed off-road performance.

  • Great for high speed handling and performance
  • Suggested for primarily off-road use
  • Fully adjustable heim joint ends
  • Built for serious abuse and competition use
Use-case rating bars for XJ Competition 4 Link system: daily driving, trail rig, rock crawling, competition

Choosing the Right XJ Long Arm Suspension

Rusty’s XJ Cherokee long arm suspension systems improve ride quality, increase articulation, and strengthen suspension geometry compared to factory short arm setups. Whether you're building a daily driven Jeep Cherokee, a dedicated trail rig, or a race-focused crawler, selecting the correct link design affects handling, clearance, and durability on the trail.

XJ Long Arm FAQ

What is a long arm suspension on a Jeep XJ Cherokee?

A long arm suspension replaces factory short control arms with longer links and a reinforced crossmember. The result is improved ride quality, better suspension geometry, and more articulation compared to short arm setups.

Which XJ long arm option is best for daily driving?

If you want a Jeep Cherokee you can drive every day and still wheel hard on weekends, the Radius Arm and Standard 4 Link options are usually the best fit. They are built for both on-road and off-road use.

What is the difference between a 3 Link and a 4 Link?

A 3 Link is often chosen for extreme articulation and crawling on technical trails. A 4 Link is a strong all-around performer that balances stability, handling, and trail capability.

Is the Competition 4 Link good for street driving?

The Competition 4 Link is designed for race-focused off-road use with fully adjustable heim joints. It is best suited for aggressive builds where performance comes first and street comfort is not the main priority.

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