Description
Direct-fit tie rod end designed for 1970–1991 Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs. This replacement installs at the steering arm to restore precise steering response, reduce play, and maintain proper alignment. Built for long-lasting service with corrosion-resistant surfaces and a protective boot to keep contaminants out. Ideal for maintenance, restoration, or performance-focused rebuilds where reliable steering connection and easy installation are required.Features:
- Fitment: Direct replacement for 1970–1991 Chevrolet and GMC tie rod ends that attach at the steering arm.
- Material: Forged steel stud and housing with corrosion-resistant finish for extended life.
- Function: Secures the outer steering linkage to the steering arm, maintaining alignment and steering precision.
- Seal & lubrication: Protective grease boot and pre-greased or greaseable design to prevent contamination and reduce wear.
- Durability: Engineered to resist vibration and impact for reliable, long-term performance.
- Application: Ideal for restoration, repair, or routine maintenance on classic GM trucks and SUVs.
- Ease of use: OE-style taper and threads for straightforward installation and alignment adjustments.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 2/5
- Estimated time: 30-60 minutes per side
Suggested Tools:
- Jack and jack stands or lift
- Lug wrench or impact gun
- Wrenches and sockets (including appropriate size for castle nut/lock nut)
- Ball joint / tie rod end puller (pickle fork optional)
- Torque wrench
- Grease gun (if greaseable)
- Marker or paint pen for reference alignment
Instructions:
- Park vehicle on level ground, loosen lug nuts, raise vehicle and secure on jack stands; remove front wheel.
- Mark the position of the old tie rod end on the threaded portion to preserve alignment reference.
- Loosen the lock nut on the inner tie rod and unthread to free the outer tie rod end.
- Remove the castle nut or retaining fastener at the steering arm and separate the tie rod end from the steering arm using a puller or appropriate tool.
- Unthread the old tie rod end from the inner tie rod using the marks made earlier to retain approximate toe alignment.
- Thread the new tie rod end onto the inner tie rod to the marked position, then insert the stud into the steering arm taper.
- Install and torque the castle nut or lock nut to the manufacturer’s specification; if applicable, install cotter pin.
- Tighten the inner lock nut against the new tie rod end, then grease the fitting if the part is greaseable.
- Reinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, torque lug nuts to specification, and perform a professional wheel alignment as soon as possible.
About Redline Select
Redline Restomotive® has established itself as a premier brand in the world of classic car restoration, providing enthusiasts with high-quality parts that meet the exacting standards of original manufacturer specifications. Dedicated to the preservation of American automotive history, Redline Restomotive® combines advanced manufacturing techniques with an in-depth understanding of vintage vehicles. The result is a range of products that seamlessly blend into the design and function of classic cars, giving restorers and collectors the assurance that each part reflects the era’s style, quality, and performance.
Redline Select® is our premium line of steering and suspension products for all vehicle makes and models including both North American and Import vehicles. We have partnered with an ISO 9001/QS9000/TS16949 certified manufacturing facility with more than 40 years of experience in producing components that perform to the standards our customers expect. Our steering and suspension parts are backed by multiple quality control checks along the way—during production, prior to shipping from the factory, and at arrival. With our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we observe the world’s highest standards for quality management.
