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tajonMember

Curious if there is a napa part number interchange for tie rod ends?

thanks

8/10/216:37 AM

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bosswrenchMember

Not that I know of, but the thread is so close to 1/2-20 SAE even though it's metric that a SAE nut will hand thread onto a stock tierod as a jam nut. The stud has a 7 degree Ford taper, used on many cars world-wide.

If you decide to use heim joints with a tapered/straight steering stud, be sure to use neoprene heim joint dust seals on both sides of the ball, or a Mangusta-style boot. PLEASE do not be a complete barbarian and drill out the stock taper! The next owner will curse you forever when he finds out how much replacement stock steering arm forgings cost.

8/11/2110:17 AM

cuveeMember

Pantera by Wilkinson has them on sale right now $24.

8/11/2111:22 AM

tajonMember

Not to worry Boss! I like to use the right part for the job.

I will be calling Wilkinson

8/11/2111:30 AM

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