Demon I Am
01-26-2015, 12:44 PM
When I had my car aligned last, I was told that I have a worn left tie rod. I didn't think to clarify if this meant the "tie rod end" or the "inner tie rod". I'm not sure what exactly is worn. How can I tell which part "needs" replacing?
I have already ordered a set of the 1993 LE/94 R tie rod ends, as it's a mod that I've had on my list for a while. I just need to figure out whether I should plan on replacing the 25 year old inners while everything is apart, or if I should hold off until they are definitely worn out?
Should I go with the dealer supplied inners, or are these parts that I can trust with the aftermarket (Napa, O'reilley, Rock Auto, etc)?
Should I plan on replacing anything else while I'm down there? I'm not currently experiencing any suspension issues (1990 with 135K), but I am aware that the rubber is 25 years old, and could be due for a refresher.
I have already ordered a set of the 1993 LE/94 R tie rod ends, as it's a mod that I've had on my list for a while. I just need to figure out whether I should plan on replacing the 25 year old inners while everything is apart, or if I should hold off until they are definitely worn out?
Should I go with the dealer supplied inners, or are these parts that I can trust with the aftermarket (Napa, O'reilley, Rock Auto, etc)?
Should I plan on replacing anything else while I'm down there? I'm not currently experiencing any suspension issues (1990 with 135K), but I am aware that the rubber is 25 years old, and could be due for a refresher.