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 ?

Plenty on ebay- Ford Sierra Track/Tie Rod Ends All Models inc Cosworth..Pair

its handy having a reg number from a car the same as your donor for ordering parts, have a look on autotrader etc

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.

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

The excessive initial stiffness won't have any appreciable bad effect -- what matters with track rod ends is any free play ie: lost motion.