I am going to have my steering rack rebuilt but every tool I have used to get the tie rod ends to come loose has failed (tie rod fork, tie rod removal tool, voodoo, etc)
Any tips?
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...Pay close attention! Here's one way that works! 'Shock' is a major tool, of the professional Machine Shop. You need two Hand-Held (Short Handled) SLEDGE Hammers, I'am NOT talking 'Carpenters' hammers!! You need heavy mass!
Loosen the nut on the tie-rod end, But don't remove it. One hammer is held behind and in contact with the Mounting Point of the tapered stud. With the other Sledge Hammer give the Mount a GOOD Whack at the mounting point! It may take two or three trys. The tapered stud wll 'Pop' right out like Magic!! The Nut is left ON so the Tie-Rod doen't fly out and hit something. Most Spindles have a Cast-in 'Boss' just for this purpose of being hit with a Hammer. Believe it or Don't!!...
Loosen the nut on the tie-rod end, But don't remove it. One hammer is held behind and in contact with the Mounting Point of the tapered stud. With the other Sledge Hammer give the Mount a GOOD Whack at the mounting point! It may take two or three trys. The tapered stud wll 'Pop' right out like Magic!! The Nut is left ON so the Tie-Rod doen't fly out and hit something. Most Spindles have a Cast-in 'Boss' just for this purpose of being hit with a Hammer. Believe it or Don't!!...
deniscCaretaker of 8MA1244 '70 Euro Mangusta DRIVE THEM, THEY WERE MEANT TO BE DRIVEN, IF YOU WANT TO LOOK AT ONE, BUY A POSTER!
Sounds like major advanced VooDoo to me.
Is that Ford factory method approved?
I'd like to see the shop manual pleeese.
Denis
Is that Ford factory method approved?
I'd like to see the shop manual pleeese.
Denis
...I Don't 'Rattle'!! The procedure is Recommended in Most Manuals! Don't Doubt Me! I Have proven it Works!! VooDoo?? What are you Kiddin Me? Those who are Experienced 'Front End' Mechanics know I am Correct! And Besides; this technique doesn't screw-up the Rubber Boots like a Fork does! I Laugh at You!!...
quote:Originally posted by MARLIN JACK:
...Pay close attention! Here's one way that works! 'Shock' is a major tool, of the professional Machine Shop. You need two Hand-Held (Short Handled) SLEDGE Hammers, I'am NOT talking 'Carpenters' hammers!! You need heavy mass!
Loosen the nut on the tie-rod end, But don't remove it. One hammer is held behind and in contact with the Mounting Point of the tapered stud. With the other Sledge Hammer give the Mount a GOOD Whack at the mounting point! It may take two or three trys. The tapered stud wll 'Pop' right out like Magic!! The Nut is left ON so the Tie-Rod doen't fly out and hit something. Most Spindles have a Cast-in 'Boss' just for this purpose of being hit with a Hammer. Believe it or Don't!!...
Sounds like fun! And an excuse to buy big hammers. I like it.
Anyway, I am trying to visualize the technique above and wanted to clarify. So basically, one hammer is on one side of the steering arm/mounting point and I whack the other side?
Does this video cover it?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ428hwJn38
Or this one?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MJOtr-vj6M
deniscCaretaker of 8MA1244 '70 Euro Mangusta DRIVE THEM, THEY WERE MEANT TO BE DRIVEN, IF YOU WANT TO LOOK AT ONE, BUY A POSTER!
Jack, I am just poking fun at you. Having been a factory rep for over 20 years, I have seen many different approaches. Just never saw the procedure in writing. This also works for ball joints in certain applications.
Khan and you just walked into that one for me as I have always had fun with techs that find a new approach.
Denis
Khan and you just walked into that one for me as I have always had fun with techs that find a new approach.
Denis
Looks like the 2nd video is the way to go, except leave the nut on after backing it out a little.
Marlin is a well-known voodoo practitioner. I have followed his advice in the past and survived to live another day. That is the exact technique I used on mine. Worked like a charm.
And around here, Denis is a well-know (and pretty knowledgeable) joker who has far, far too much time on his hands!
And around here, Denis is a well-know (and pretty knowledgeable) joker who has far, far too much time on his hands!
And there is a boss on the spindle to whack on as well! Its a thing of beauty!
Wow...that worked great! It took about 8 whacks but it popped right out! Man..those tie rod tools are just money pits! I feel silly for buying them now. How easy!
THANK YOU!!!
THANK YOU!!!
Denis! Your Alright!! I just take things a little TOO serious sometimes! I can't tell if Your joking or insulting Me. You can Poke Fun at Me anytime!! I Do Like It!
Khan! Great Job!! The second hammer behind, just helps 'control' the Force. Keeps 'it' from being absorbed by the Teeth of the Rack and Pinion. Not Good! Yes! Keep the Nut ON and Loose. Did You Keep the Boots from Damage? Well Done!
Anyway Thanks Guys for Keeping Me Straight!
I'am Happy Khan was Successful!
Marlin
Khan! Great Job!! The second hammer behind, just helps 'control' the Force. Keeps 'it' from being absorbed by the Teeth of the Rack and Pinion. Not Good! Yes! Keep the Nut ON and Loose. Did You Keep the Boots from Damage? Well Done!
Anyway Thanks Guys for Keeping Me Straight!
I'am Happy Khan was Successful!
Marlin
Khan, Who's doing the rebuild?
Was thinking about Pantera Performance for the job. Thoughts?
Can't go wrong there. I was thinking of him doing mine also.
quote:Was thinking about Pantera Performance for the job. Thoughts?
Quella?
Can't go wrong with Dennis.
Will