ZJ Tie Rod Upgrade
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/JEEP-TIE-ROD...item56487d17e7
This appears to be the right kit... Can somebody confirm? I tried sending the seller a message asking for the individual part numbers of the tie rod, tie rod end and adjusting sleeve about a week ago and never got a response. From the looks, it all seems to be there, but I would also think that they are cheapo parts since it's ebay. Really wanna do this upgrade but want to make sure this is the real deal
This appears to be the right kit... Can somebody confirm? I tried sending the seller a message asking for the individual part numbers of the tie rod, tie rod end and adjusting sleeve about a week ago and never got a response. From the looks, it all seems to be there, but I would also think that they are cheapo parts since it's ebay. Really wanna do this upgrade but want to make sure this is the real deal
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/JEEP-TIE-ROD...item56487d17e7
This appears to be the right kit... Can somebody confirm? I tried sending the seller a message asking for the individual part numbers of the tie rod, tie rod end and adjusting sleeve about a week ago and never got a response. From the looks, it all seems to be there, but I would also think that they are cheapo parts since it's ebay. Really wanna do this upgrade but want to make sure this is the real deal
This appears to be the right kit... Can somebody confirm? I tried sending the seller a message asking for the individual part numbers of the tie rod, tie rod end and adjusting sleeve about a week ago and never got a response. From the looks, it all seems to be there, but I would also think that they are cheapo parts since it's ebay. Really wanna do this upgrade but want to make sure this is the real deal
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Yes it is totally worth it. Got it done yesterday the hardest part was getting the old steering stabilizer out. Only thing you have to remember is the rod end by the driver side is reverse thread. Here are some pictures of a ZJ tie rod with a Trailmaster coil over steering stabilizer. Also the bolt the hold in the steering stabilizer by the passenger side, switch the nut to the front of the Jeep and the bolt facing the taillights. Otherwise you will never get that stabilizer out without taking the tie rod out again. All together took about 45 min because I used proper torque specs. All I need to do now is get an alignment at STS only ones around with a laser guided system. I will post another picture when I get my Ruff Stuff Dana 30 3/8 Differential Cover in to show how it fits just waiting on USPS right now.
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Originally Posted by Normajean410
Can I get this same thing at the junk yard?
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If you leave the weight of the jeep on the wheels and dont hit them during the install you should be able to line the holes up and avoid needing a new alignment. Can use a tape measure to check the tires before and after install to confirm.
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Originally Posted by Normajean410
Can I get this same thing at the junk yard?
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I did the switch about 5 days ago. I'm liking it! Super easy getting it installed. And alignment was a breeze, so nice having non-rusted threads to work with.
Cured my wobble for a bit. I believe the other two ends on my draglink are also ****ed. So I guess that is soon.
Cured my wobble for a bit. I believe the other two ends on my draglink are also ****ed. So I guess that is soon.
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