Summary
This APEX Design USA mounting bracket kit is the verified way to run a Steer Smarts Yeti XD tie rod with the APEX Through Shaft Ram. Combining premium steering brands is normal on a serious Jeep build, but steering is the wrong place for guesswork: the kit was verified against the specific Steer Smarts tie rod and drag link part numbers, pairing them cleanly with either TSR kit. If you have invested in Yeti XD steering and want APEX hydraulic assist on the same axle, this bracket is the tested route between the two.
Best For
- Jeep builds already running Steer Smarts Yeti XD steering and adding the Through Shaft Ram
- Owners planning a combined premium steering and hydraulic assist upgrade in one stage
- Drivers choosing a verified parts pairing over fabricating custom mounts
- Workshops fitting TSR systems to Yeti XD-equipped vehicles
Key Specs
- Manufacturer: APEX Design USA
- Product Type: Tie rod mounting bracket kit
- SKU: X02-10-013
- Verified Fit: Steer Smarts tie rod 78088001 and drag link 78075001
- Variant Fitment: For TSR kits X02-10-001 and X02-10-003
- Buyer Checks: Confirm your exact tie rod and drag link part numbers before ordering
Fitment And Setup Checks
The verified combination is specific: Steer Smarts tie rod 78088001 with drag link 78075001, paired with either Through Shaft Ram kit. Other tie rods or drag links may bring critical steering components into contact with each other, so if your part numbers differ, confirm your setup before ordering rather than adapting the kit. A dedicated install guide is available for this bracket - follow it and check clearances around the ram and steering linkage during installation.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | APEX Design USA |
| Product Type | Tie rod mounting bracket kit |
| SKU | X02-10-013 |
| Verified Fit | Steer Smarts tie rod 78088001; drag link 78075001 |
| Variant Fitment | TSR kits X02-10-001 and X02-10-003 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this work with other tie rods or drag links?
The kit was verified with the Steer Smarts part numbers shown in the specifications. Other combinations may cause contact between steering components, so confirm your exact parts before ordering.
Do I need a TSR kit already?
Yes - the bracket exists to pair the Yeti XD tie rod with the Through Shaft Ram, so it belongs on builds running either TSR kit.
Confirm your tie rod and drag link part numbers, then pair two premium steering systems the verified way - and while the steering is apart, the TSR skid plate protects the ram itself.
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