Outer Tie Rod End Stuck
10-01-2008, 04:32 PM
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Outer Tie Rod End Stuck
I am changing out my tie rods and the outer ends are stuck on both sides. I took out the bolt on top and the nut on the side, and they come out like half way and stop. I have been trying all sorts of pullers and anything else I can get my hands on. I just can't get them out. Any suggestions? Am I doing something wrong?
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10-01-2008, 05:28 PM
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Re: do you mean they're stuck in the spindles? if so - spray a little pb blaster and tap em out usi
They are stuck in the wheel bearing housing. I have had them soaked in pb blaster and they are still stuck half way. Both the driver side and passenger side are stuck in the same spot.
10-02-2008, 03:17 AM
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Re: do you have the upright supported? try using a bolt or punch to push the end through the casting
Tried all of that, still no good. Can't figure out why they won't budge.
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