Those Johnny Joints are tough, but (like almost everything else on an off-road vehicle) they are a "wear item" and won't last forever. But, one of the great things about Johnny Joints is that they are serviceable! Maintenance is key! Get yourself some rebuild kits and a tube of fresh grease, along with an assembly tool while you're at it. Complete new joints are available as well.
Compatibility: 4th and 5th Gen (03+) 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, GX470, and GX460 LOWER ARM only. If you are rebuilding one of our other rear arm kits, use the specific pages in this collection. Thank you!
Note: Opt Offroad Rear Adjustable Lower Control Arms are equipped with a narrow body joint on one end, and a standard body joint on the other. Rebuild kits will include the necessary components to rebuild/replace all four joints accordingly. If you want to rebuild/replace less than all four joints, please contact us and we will help you directly!
Assembly Tool Information:
The RockJock® Johnny Joint® Tool is designed to make assembly and disassembly of a 2 1/2” Johnny Joint Rod End simple! For Johnny Joint rebuilds & repairs, this tool can be used either in a bench vise, or it is compact enough that it may also be used for on-the-vehicle jobs, on or off the trail!
Tool Fits:
- 2 1/2” Narrow Body Johnny Joints – All Styles
- 2 1/2” Standard Body Johnny Joints – All Styles
Tool Features:
- Easily assembles and disassembles Johnny Joints
- CNC Machined Heat Treated Steel Components
- 1/2"-13 all-thread, and premium thrust bearings
- Flats machined on the base for ease of locking the tool into a vice
- Washer that retains all components for storage
Tool Instructions: TAP HERE // How-To Video: TAP HERE
Johnny Joint Grease Information:
RockJock's premium quality, long lasting grease has be proven in all of our own competition and recreational vehicles over the last 15+ years. Non-moly greases eventually dry up and cause squeaking, friction and component wear. We only use and recommend moly grease for maximum longevity and smooth quiet operation of components.
RockJock® grease is a high-moly based petroleum lubrication that is specially formulated to reduce friction and increase performance while extending the life of your Johnny Joint® Rod Ends. Includes one 14oz tube of grease, fits in a standard grease gun.
