ZJ Tie Rod Upgrade
12-14-2014, 09:39 AM
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I think it might be good to share that the Autozone replacement tie-rods for the XJ are an upgrade to the OEM tierods.
Before I was aware that ZJ tie rods are a beefier bolt-in option, I had already bought new TREs from AZ, the part numbers that were recommended by AZs system for the XJ, and the parts I rcvd were noticeably beefier and heavier than what I pulled out of the XJ. It actually had me a bit worried at first because I was thinking that new ones wouldn't fit, but they did. The weak link in the system would be the adjustment sleeve that I reused. I don't know if the replacements are any better.
Just a public service announcement...
Before I was aware that ZJ tie rods are a beefier bolt-in option, I had already bought new TREs from AZ, the part numbers that were recommended by AZs system for the XJ, and the parts I rcvd were noticeably beefier and heavier than what I pulled out of the XJ. It actually had me a bit worried at first because I was thinking that new ones wouldn't fit, but they did. The weak link in the system would be the adjustment sleeve that I reused. I don't know if the replacements are any better.
Just a public service announcement...
01-18-2015, 10:23 AM
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Is this for the tie rod or drag link????
Seems like everyone is confusing the two
for those of you who don't know the difference
https://www.google.ca/search?q=chero...ml%3B366%3B261
I need a new tie rod, so just curious if this is going to work, and not be a DRAG LINK replacement
thanks
Seems like everyone is confusing the two
for those of you who don't know the difference
https://www.google.ca/search?q=chero...ml%3B366%3B261
I need a new tie rod, so just curious if this is going to work, and not be a DRAG LINK replacement
thanks
03-23-2015, 04:54 AM
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Sorry I'm kind of new and I just picked up a 98 Cherokee yesterday that has some issues so I'm trying to sort them out quickly. I was able to wiggle the divers side wheel side to side quite a bit and luckily stumbled into this thread right before I ordered all of my parts.
Just to confirm (for my peace of mind) are these the parts I need
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I see in the catalog that two of (A) are needed, but are two required for this upgrade on a '98 XJ?
I also this there are three main components needed for this swap, so would I be correct in thinking (D) is the one I don't need?
Sorry for the noob questions. I've only managed an oil change and replacing the "check engine" bulb (turns out it was indeed on) in the gauge cluster in the first 24 hours of ownership. Kind of in a rush since we can't register cars without inspection now so I guess I can't own the car until I get it fixed. I've never owned a non-Asian car and needed to buy something to daily while the RX7 is down for another motor. Thanks for any and all help.
Just to confirm (for my peace of mind) are these the parts I need
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I see in the catalog that two of (A) are needed, but are two required for this upgrade on a '98 XJ?
I also this there are three main components needed for this swap, so would I be correct in thinking (D) is the one I don't need?
Sorry for the noob questions. I've only managed an oil change and replacing the "check engine" bulb (turns out it was indeed on) in the gauge cluster in the first 24 hours of ownership. Kind of in a rush since we can't register cars without inspection now so I guess I can't own the car until I get it fixed. I've never owned a non-Asian car and needed to buy something to daily while the RX7 is down for another motor. Thanks for any and all help.
03-23-2015, 09:31 AM
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Sorry I'm kind of new and I just picked up a 98 Cherokee yesterday that has some issues so I'm trying to sort them out quickly. I was able to wiggle the divers side wheel side to side quite a bit and luckily stumbled into this thread right before I ordered all of my parts.
Just to confirm (for my peace of mind) are these the parts I need
(A) 1X Raybestos 425-1017 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve
(B) 1x Raybestos 401-1476 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
(C) 1x Raybestos 410-1061 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
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1x (D) Raybestos 410-1063 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
I see in the catalog that two of (A) are needed, but are two required for this upgrade on a '98 XJ?
I also this there are three main components needed for this swap, so would I be correct in thinking (D) is the one I don't need?
Sorry for the noob questions. I've only managed an oil change and replacing the "check engine" bulb (turns out it was indeed on) in the gauge cluster in the first 24 hours of ownership. Kind of in a rush since we can't register cars without inspection now so I guess I can't own the car until I get it fixed. I've never owned a non-Asian car and needed to buy something to daily while the RX7 is down for another motor. Thanks for any and all help.
Just to confirm (for my peace of mind) are these the parts I need
(A) 1X Raybestos 425-1017 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve
(B) 1x Raybestos 401-1476 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
(C) 1x Raybestos 410-1061 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
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1x (D) Raybestos 410-1063 Professional Grade Steering Tie Rod End
I see in the catalog that two of (A) are needed, but are two required for this upgrade on a '98 XJ?
I also this there are three main components needed for this swap, so would I be correct in thinking (D) is the one I don't need?
Sorry for the noob questions. I've only managed an oil change and replacing the "check engine" bulb (turns out it was indeed on) in the gauge cluster in the first 24 hours of ownership. Kind of in a rush since we can't register cars without inspection now so I guess I can't own the car until I get it fixed. I've never owned a non-Asian car and needed to buy something to daily while the RX7 is down for another motor. Thanks for any and all help.
Just go to AutoZone and get the parts for a mid 90's V-8 GC, their best line (they are made by Moog) under $100.
03-23-2015, 06:56 PM
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Could you by chance tell me which of those 4 listed I don't need? I'm new to Jeeps, hell I'm new to trucks and American cars so these suspensions are something I'm going to have a lot to learn about. It's a bit more complicated than the simple double A-arm setup of my RX7.
PS is that a Fairmont in your avatar?
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03-23-2015, 08:45 PM
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Just got back from Autozone and they only had Duralast and some Econo brand. I'll just order Raysbestos stuff online, I don't mind paying a bit more honestly. Thank you though!
Could you by chance tell me which of those 4 listed I don't need? I'm new to Jeeps, hell I'm new to trucks and American cars so these suspensions are something I'm going to have a lot to learn about. It's a bit more complicated than the simple double A-arm setup of my RX7.
PS is that a Fairmont in your avatar?
Could you by chance tell me which of those 4 listed I don't need? I'm new to Jeeps, hell I'm new to trucks and American cars so these suspensions are something I'm going to have a lot to learn about. It's a bit more complicated than the simple double A-arm setup of my RX7.
PS is that a Fairmont in your avatar?
Anyway I can't tell you if THOSE are THE RIGHT parts, but it does look like you specced out the ENTIRE steering setup. You do not need the drag link - which is what 410-1061 is - nor the connected TRE and adjusting sleeve. You can buy everything if you need to do your entire steering anyway, but only the straight tie rod, one short TRE, and one adjusting sleeve are actually required.
03-24-2015, 12:13 AM
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Amazon is a really really ****ty car parts website, there is no application guide or part info other than the year/make/model thing. Nobody cares about the company history...
Anyway I can't tell you if THOSE are THE RIGHT parts, but it does look like you specced out the ENTIRE steering setup. You do not need the drag link - which is what 410-1061 is - nor the connected TRE and adjusting sleeve. You can buy everything if you need to do your entire steering anyway, but only the straight tie rod, one short TRE, and one adjusting sleeve are actually required.
Anyway I can't tell you if THOSE are THE RIGHT parts, but it does look like you specced out the ENTIRE steering setup. You do not need the drag link - which is what 410-1061 is - nor the connected TRE and adjusting sleeve. You can buy everything if you need to do your entire steering anyway, but only the straight tie rod, one short TRE, and one adjusting sleeve are actually required.
I'll go ahead and order those and add that to my list of shocks, motor/trans mounts, tires, P0500, P700, P0753, P0705, fixing dash lights, (now that I've fixed the check engine light bulb) so I have a lot to learn in the next couple weeks. Thank you for saving me a little bit of time!
*UPDATE* Wound up just ordering everything 6 items total. Came out to $227.99 ($246.80 with Texas sales tax). Thank you for your help!
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04-07-2015, 10:16 PM
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I know this is an old tread, but i don't wanna start a new one for my question.
Will this upgrade can be reasonable for my jeep considering is a 2WD and stock?
I'm needing to overhaul my front end and i'm looking for something solid. With the roads in Puerto Rico being covered with craters and what not is almost like offroading everyday!
Will this upgrade can be reasonable for my jeep considering is a 2WD and stock?
I'm needing to overhaul my front end and i'm looking for something solid. With the roads in Puerto Rico being covered with craters and what not is almost like offroading everyday!
04-08-2015, 11:26 AM
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I know this is an old tread, but i don't wanna start a new one for my question.
Will this upgrade can be reasonable for my jeep considering is a 2WD and stock?
I'm needing to overhaul my front end and i'm looking for something solid. With the roads in Puerto Rico being covered with craters and what not is almost like offroading everyday!
Will this upgrade can be reasonable for my jeep considering is a 2WD and stock?
I'm needing to overhaul my front end and i'm looking for something solid. With the roads in Puerto Rico being covered with craters and what not is almost like offroading everyday!
04-08-2015, 09:33 PM
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If it's wheeled, sure. Otherwise there's no reason. It'd be like putting drilled rotors and racing brake pads on your great aunt's car who only drives it to book club and the grocery store
04-09-2015, 12:08 AM
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Nope, never wheeled. Even if it were to go off road, it'd probably only be dirt roads. So I guess I'll keep my stock setup until I need otherwise. Thanks