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How to shorten tie-rod ends?

  • Thread starter Thread starter Killercanary
  • Start date Start date Apr 7, 2005

Killercanary

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I'm almost done with my K member install, but the A arms are obviously shorter than stock and I need to re-adjust the tie-rod ends as the wheels are sticking out at the front. I've NEVER worked on these before and I know nothing about it. I see there is a large nut at the outer end, but I figured before I started messing with it I'd call upon you all to lead me in the right direction. Basically at this point I will have to eyeball them straight and have the alignment shop do the rest, but I don't know how to accomplish this.
 

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Loosen the nut, turn the tie rod counter clockwise a few threads to shorten. Keep track of how many times you turn it so you can duplicate it on the other side. Not sure how far you want to go but I think you get the idea.
 
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