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Tie rod question

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by iamgeer, Aug 11, 2004.

  1. Aug 11, 2004
    iamgeer

    iamgeer Member

    Calgary,...
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    I bent my tie rod. Its about a 30* bend centred about 3" from the drivers tie rod end. I want to get a new one for peace of mind but I would like one of a little better quality than OEM style. Any suggestions?

    Karl
     
    iamgeer, Aug 11, 2004
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  2. Aug 11, 2004
    plunkinberry

    plunkinberry Member

    Canonsburg, PA
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    There are a LOT of heavy duty alternatives out on the market. Check yer fav 4 wheel drive supplier and look for heavy duty tie rods... Go as heavy duty as you feel like paying for. Good luck.
     
    plunkinberry, Aug 11, 2004
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  3. Aug 11, 2004
    MNTrailboss

    MNTrailboss Member

    Minneapolis, MN
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    Not pretty but..

    You may want something flashy, but I welded some 1/8 angle iron onto the tie-rod for added strength. If this setup bends a little, you can usually bend it back -- many times when you try to move back a similar bend in a stock rod, it will crack. However, for offroading, I do still carry a spare -- in case I set the tie rod on top of a rock or something.

    Bob
     
    MNTrailboss, Aug 11, 2004
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