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sonic

posted on 10/7/16 at 07:35 PM Reply With Quote
Track rod end info

Hi guys

I have an MK Indy built using Sierra Cosworth running gear, I want to change my track rod end as the steering feels a bit notchy, took the track rods off today so I can get 2 new ones.

As most motor factors these days want a reg no to work to so they can identify the right bits that isn't going to help them being registered as am MK etc

So do I just take the old ones along and say they are off a Seirra circa 88 or do I need to ask for something specific ?

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Nickp

posted on 10/7/16 at 08:44 PM Reply With Quote
Plenty on ebay- Ford Sierra Track/Tie Rod Ends All Models inc Cosworth..Pair
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hizzi

posted on 10/7/16 at 09:07 PM Reply With Quote
its handy having a reg number from a car the same as your donor for ordering parts, have a look on autotrader etc
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britishtrident

posted on 10/7/16 at 10:35 PM Reply With Quote
Notch steering feel is a symptom of steering universal joint problems, a track rod end problem would give steering wander and or premature tyre wear.





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sonic

posted on 11/7/16 at 05:14 PM Reply With Quote
Thanks guys, took the old ones to a motor factors today and have got 2 new ones. the old ends were really stiff and hard to move, the new ones feel totally different.

thanks for your help

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britishtrident

posted on 11/7/16 at 05:52 PM Reply With Quote
The excessive initial stiffness won't have any appreciable bad effect -- what matters with track rod ends is any free play ie: lost motion.





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