Temporary Fix For Broken Tie Rod

Quick steering repair for vehicles with outer tie rod separation.

Temporary fix for broken tie rod.

To ensure you are able to push the lower control arm all the way down in a future step temporarily disconnect and remove the sway bar link rod that connects the sway bar to the lower control arm. Temporary tie rod couplers and tie rod end pliers allow you to load or move vehicles with broken tie rods. When the wear out they tend to break very quickly. Temporarily repairs outer tie rod ball socket.

Tie rod coupler i bolt set screws secures the coupler to the broken tie rod by hand tightening and or locking down the set screws by using a small leverage bar the temporary steering fix saves the tow driver up to 15 minutes by ensuring the driver s ability to center and properly secure the vehicle on the roll back bed as well as maneuvering. If you notice a problem with the way your vehicle drives as indicated in the symptoms above make sure to contact a local ase certified mechanic as soon as possible. Normally dealer prices for parts are higher than parts purchased at an auto parts store. Socket end and pointed spindle allow easy wheel pivoting.

Easily steer damaged vehicles onto a truck or into a repair bay. The cost of tie rod ends vary from vehicle to vehicle and whether you purchase them from a dealer or an after market auto parts supply retailer. The tie rod ends of any vehicle provide stability and allow your car truck or suv to drive smoothly down the road. Applies easily with one squeeze.

Not intended for use at speeds over 5 mph or distances over 100 yards. These link rods use standard bolts on both ends so the removal should be relatively straightforward. These products temporarily fix wheel alignment so you can maneuver load or unload vehicles. I teach high school automotives and while replacing a clutch and most everything else we came across in a faculty member s car we found the tie.

Tough alloy steel c clamp locking pliers provide a secure temporary repair. A simple cheap way to seal any ball and socket type joint after the boot has been compromised. Remove the sway bar link rod.