Tie Rod & Drag Link, 3-way Adjustable, Y to T Swap, 76-77 Ford Bronco SKU: 2399
Tie Rod & Drag Link, 3-way Adjustable, Y to T Swap, 76-77 Ford Bronco
Product Overview:
Upgrade your steering and gain control where it matters with this 3-Way Adjustable Tie Rod & Drag Link Set, built for 1976–77 Ford Broncos. Designed to replace the factory inverted Y-style setup, this kit converts your Bronco to the stronger, more reliable T-style steering found on earlier models—perfect for lifted rigs, larger tires, and serious off-road use.

Full description
Upgrade your steering and gain control where it matters with this 3-Way Adjustable Tie Rod & Drag Link Set, built for 1976–77 Ford Broncos. Designed to replace the factory inverted Y-style setup, this kit converts your Bronco to the stronger, more reliable T-style steering found on earlier models—perfect for lifted rigs, larger tires, and serious off-road use.
Tie Rod & Drag Link Set (3-Way Adjustable) | 1976–77 Bronco
Ditch the Y. Upgrade to T. Built for Bigger Tires & Trails.
If you're running larger tires or planning to take your Bronco off-road, it's time to upgrade from the factory inverted Y-style steering to a stronger, more stable T-style setup. This 3-way adjustable Tie Rod & Drag Link Set converts your 1976–77 Bronco steering to the proven design used in 1966–75 models—offering better control, strength, and alignment.
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Fits 1976–77 Ford Broncos – Converts factory inverted Y-style steering linkage to T-style
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Complete Kit – Includes tie rod with ends, drag link with ends, and adjusting sleeves
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3-Way Adjustable Design – Fine-tune your steering setup for lifts, larger tires, and improved handling
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Heavy-Duty Tie Rod – Custom-built for better strength than OE components
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All-New Components – 100% brand new, not refurbished or rebuilt
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Bolt-On Installation – No cutting, welding, or guesswork—designed for direct fit
This T-style upgrade is a must for Broncos running lift kits or oversized tires, giving you tighter steering geometry, improved stability, and greater durability where it counts. Built to handle trails, pavement, and everything in between.
Q&A
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Asked by Mirza Alijevic, November 18, 2023
Q: Does this setup work with leaf springs suspension?
Answered by ☆ sales - November 20, 2023
A: This setup is designed for the 1976-1977 Ford Bronco, which is equipped with coil springs. Unfortunately, we cannot say if it would work with leaf springs.
Asked by Mark, June 6, 2022
Q: I purchased and installed this setup a few years back.. What size ball-joint (O.D.) does this setup have where the tie-rod connects to the drag-link? Looking to order one of those bushing called the cure to eliminate the dead-band in the steering. There are (2) sizes... 3/4 or 5/8
Answered by ☆ sales - June 9, 2022
A: The joint O.D. at the drag link and tie rod interaction is 3/4.
Asked by Brandon, November 5, 2021
Q: I'm running this setup on my 77 and would like to go TRO. What size tie rod end do i have? I'd like to ream out or drill out/insert my 77 d44 knuckle.
Answered by ☆ sales - November 9, 2021
A: You have the stock 76-77 size tie rods. You will need to ream to the same size from the top, as it is from the bottom, with a reamer like #2385.
Asked by Coty, October 3, 2021
Q: Did the swap ob my 77 bronco with 2.5 lift. Was wondering what stabilizer brackets would work. Seems like the 77 brackets with shock would limit the travel of steering. I know it's not Necessary but I'd like to remove some of the twitchiness.
Answered by ☆ sales - October 6, 2021
A: We normally use the stock bracketry, or a new stock style replacement. We sell a set # 2429. You may also reposition the brackets for better throw or action.
Asked by Miles R BARNEY, July 22, 2021
Q: Do I still need the steering shock with this conversion?
Answered by ☆ sales - July 26, 2021
A: No, is the quick answer. A stabilizer is not needed or necessary on a properly set up and handling Bronco. A stabilizer can reduce a
twitchy feeling, steering setup, adding resistance, but is not a requirement. Then, some folks just like stabilizers, and others don't, so personal preference can come into play as well.
Asked by Gary Richey, August 30, 2020
Q: I will us this to convert my 77 Bronco. With 15 wheels and 35/12.50 tires will they clear the wheels or will I need spacers? Thanks
Answered by ☆ sales - August 31, 2020
A: It depends on the wheels. If the stock steering setup fits, this should be no problem. You should not gain or lose any space with this setup over stock.
Asked by Lee, October 16, 2019
Q: does this item require reaming out the pitman arm or knuckles?
Answered by ☆ sales - October 16, 2019
A: No, this is a direct replacement for the stock setup. No modification is normally needed if the steering setup is stock.
Asked by Anonymous, December 16, 2016
Q: Do you think I would run into any wheel clearance issue with this set up? Are the tie rod ends any larger thank stock? Thanks
Answered by ☆ sales - December 20, 2016
A: There have been no clearance issues to our knowledge. The ends are roughly the same size as stock.
Asked by allan, October 14, 2016
Q: Will this work on the 76 f150 4x4?
Answered by ☆ sales - October 20, 2016
A: No, the early Broncos are narrower than your F150.
Asked by Anonymous, February 5, 2014
Q: Can this setup be used in a TRO arrangement for the 76-77?
Answered by ☆ 8578 - February 5, 2014
A: As long as you have clearance for the tie rod ends and have a way to deal with tapering the knuckles correctly it will work. For clearance 17 wheels or some 1.25 wheel spacers will do the trick.
Asked by Garrett, November 4, 2013
Q: With this setup, do I still use the 77 pitman arm or do I need to switch to a 75 and earlier pitman arm?
Answered by ☆ 8578 - November 5, 2013
A: This part is for a 76-77 with a 76-77 pitman arm.