{"product_id":"metal-tech-offset-rear-lower-links-w-flex-joints-fj-cruiser-4runner-pair","title":"Metal Tech Offset Rear Lower Links w\/ Flex Joints – FJ Cruiser \u0026 4Runner (Pair)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Product_Description_Main\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eMetal Tech 4x4 Offset Rear Lower Links\u003c\/strong\u003e are engineered specifically for increased suspension travel on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eToyota FJ Cruiser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"353\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eToyota 4Runner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eWhen Metal Tech developed their rear long-travel system, they identified a common limitation in the factory Toyota lower link design — under increased articulation, the links can contact the axle housing, restricting full suspension movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eThe solution: an \u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eoffset notch design\u003c\/strong\u003e that repositions the bushing higher on the link tube. This provides significantly greater clearance between the axle housing and the link, allowing full articulation and vertical travel without binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eUnlike standard notched links that create uneven sliding surfaces, the Metal Tech offset design allows for a smoother sliding transition when contacting rocks or obstacles — reducing potential damage to the axle mount while improving durability on the trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eSold as a pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e🔧 Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eOffset notch design for increased axle clearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003ePrevents binding during full articulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eDesigned for long-travel suspension systems and 2” lift setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e1.75” x .290 wall DOM tubing for maximum strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eCNC machined to accept 2.5” Metal Tech Flex Joints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003ePolyurethane bushings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e1” DOM sleeve with .25” wall support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eIntegrated grease zerk for maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eIncludes hardware to mount e-brake cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eLimited lifetime structural warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e🛠 Why Upgrade to Offset Lower Links?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eWith increased rear travel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eFactory links can contact the axle housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eSuspension movement becomes restricted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eBinding reduces articulation and performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eThese offset lower links restore full suspension freedom while offering improved rock protection and smoother obstacle transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e⏱ Estimated Install Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e1.5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e🛡 Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty on structural components (tubing and bushing shell).\u003cbr data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eWear items such as polyurethane bushings, Flex Joints, and grease zerks are not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e2007-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e2003-2021 Toyota 4Runner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Metal Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45758813044909,"sku":"MT-120\/150-44125 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