Steering parts recommendations
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Steering parts recommendations
So changed the tires and decided it’s time to change out the tie rod ends as a few of the boots look bad. So what does everyone like? I figure if I am doing the tie rod ends I might as well do the ball joints. I have seen recommendations for Spicers and Moog. Where can one get spicers? Any other opinions? Anything else to change why I am at it?
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I got XRF for my left tie rod end off of MIBearings and I have no problems so far. IIRC their prices were not bad either.
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Spicer Ball Joint Kit 2020314 is complete with all the seals. You'll need to make or buy a seal setting tool. Dana/Spicer is OEM and good quality.
For the tie rod I had a Raybestos part wear out in 2 years. I forget what's on there now but it's done too. I have a Moog made in USA part ready to go on once I heal up a bit, hope that lasts longer. No idea why that particular steering part is a problem for my truck.
XRF has a great rep too.
Another service item you might want to consider is greasing the hubs (thru the ABS port) and needle bearings (injected thru the seal).
For the tie rod I had a Raybestos part wear out in 2 years. I forget what's on there now but it's done too. I have a Moog made in USA part ready to go on once I heal up a bit, hope that lasts longer. No idea why that particular steering part is a problem for my truck.
XRF has a great rep too.
Another service item you might want to consider is greasing the hubs (thru the ABS port) and needle bearings (injected thru the seal).
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