When referring to tie rods, what does it mean when they say inner or outter? Whats the difference between the two? Isn't there only "one tie rod(s)" on the whole car?

 

i had this problem outer tie rod is the closest to the tire. inner is furthest to the tire. dont go to auto zone looking for one they are dumb fucks. i got mind at discount for a bit over $20.

 

I still kinda dont understand though cause isnt the tie rod just one peice on each end then it goes the steering rack? Where is the inner tie rod and outer tie rod located?

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by DONT SLEEP
[B]i had this problem outer tie rod is the closest to the tire. inner is furthest to the tire.

 

Here's a pic of the outer tie rod end

 

Here's a pic of it installed on the car. It's "outer" because the "inner" part is threaded into it. The outer tie rod end is hollow, but threaded so it can recieve the inner part. For adjustability of course.

 

o ok, now I see. Thank you for showing me those pictures. that helped alot.

 

Where did you get the new outer and how much? Thanks!

Zach

 

No problem man

I got it here: http://www.hondapartstore.com/honda_ball_joint.html

I bought them like a month or so ago, left and right, and both lower balljoints for like $75. I think they were around $13 each OEM. I just checked though and the prices raised a bunch.

But damn when I put them on, my steering tightened up so much.

 

damn thats about what my bushings look like (from your old tie rod). now when adjusted does this toe?