How can I tell if I need new tie rods?
Aug 16, 2008 at 2:35 PM
1996 Other Oldsmobile Models tie rods
1996 OLDSMOBILE
BARBARAH51
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Hi there,
this is a feel thing, if there is any movement in the ball of the tie rod end it should be replaced, it should swivel freely but firmly and with it connected to the steering arm you should have not up & down slop in the socket.
Mark (mhpautos)
this is a feel thing, if there is any movement in the ball of the tie rod end it should be replaced, it should swivel freely but firmly and with it connected to the steering arm you should have not up & down slop in the socket.
Mark (mhpautos)
Aug 16, 2008 at 3:25 PM
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