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1990GT50
Member # 2119
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hey im trying to remove the power steering rack from my car and cant get the tie rod ends off. Im doing it right now and need help fast. THANKS
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HungryHippo
Member # 537
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use a hammer to break loose the tie rod end from the spindle. then loosen the nut on the inside of the tie-rod then the tie rod can spin off.
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Blown Mystic
Member # 476
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or go get a tie rod seperator
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Lightning Larry
Member # 2737
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Rent or buy a pickle fork. Makes the job much easier and you won't screw up the threads on the tie rod end.
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1990GT50
Member # 2119
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alright ive hammered and hammered and its not coming off. i went to get the tie rod seperator and they gave me the wrong piece at autozone and i cant get back there til tomorrow. should i keep hammering?
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HungryHippo
Member # 537
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yes, take the cotter pin and nut off. then hammer it straight down. it usually takes a couple solid hits. if that doesnt work, try whacking the spindle on the side to loosen it. [ April 22, 2003, 11:43 AM: Message edited by: HungryHippo ]
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Fast477Mach1
Member # 2559
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Thats the worst thing you could even think of doing. If you hammer on that with or without a nut on the end of it IT WILL FUCK THE THREADS UP. YOU WONT BE ABLE TO USE THEM AGAIN
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HungryHippo
Member # 537
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eh, no you wont. its the same principle as using a tie rod puller, but in this case you are pushing. the threaded end of the tie rod is smaller than the hole in the spindle so there is no chance of any damage. i use to rent a puller everytime i lowered someone's car, but i got tired of it and the hammer is much easier to use. i have used a fork too and all i did was ruin the boot on the tie rod.
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1990GT50
Member # 2119
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well i hammered them out and it worked but i had to unbolt and lift the motor to pull the rack off because i have the 7qt. pan
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