Rear Inner Tie Rod Ends (Page 2/4)
ArthurPeale MAY 23, 09:51 AM

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:

When I make the studs for the Lumina rod I just cut off the threaded end of the Fiero inner tie rod. If the cut has rough edges I just smooth the edges on the bench grinder so that it is easy to thread them into the Lumina rod. I use Loctite Red. Then use a nut and a lock washer to hold the stud in place. Just don't screw the stud in too deep or it may bind the new rod at the joint. Now you should have an inner tie rod with screw threads at both ends. Secure the inner side in place on the cradle with a nut and lock washer and screw on the Fiero outer tie rod.



I just want to make sure I understand - insert the rod (with red Loctite), THEN add a lock washer and nut. But, also use an additional lock washer and nut to hold it to the frame?
Dennis LaGrua MAY 23, 11:50 AM

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Originally posted by ArthurPeale:


I just want to make sure I understand - insert the rod (with red Loctite), THEN add a lock washer and nut. But, also use an additional lock washer and nut to hold it to the frame?



Yes you got it. The inner nut at the new tie rod inner end holds the stud from loosening and will provide the correct overall length. The holding nut just works like stock. Anthony has done over a dozen of these tie rod replacements and not one had a problem. Its a good cost saver and it adds a later available component

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ArthurPeale MAY 23, 09:33 PM

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:


Yes you got it. The inner nut at the new tie rod inner end holds the stud from loosening and will provide the correct overall length. The holding nut just works like stock. Anthony has done over a dozen of these tie rod replacements and not one had a problem. Its a good cost saver and it adds a later available component




I was just reading another post about this - I wish I'd seen it earlier - it mentions, specifically, the use of Moog inner tie rod ends.

Do they *have* to be Moog? I chose a different brand.
Dennis LaGrua MAY 24, 12:33 PM

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Originally posted by ArthurPeale:


I was just reading another post about this - I wish I'd seen it earlier - it mentions, specifically, the use of Moog inner tie rod ends.

Do they *have* to be Moog? I chose a different brand.


No. As long as the rods are for the same application as the Moog interchange rods (91 Lumina) , you will be OK. Once you get into the repair you will see how easy it is.

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ArthurPeale JUN 01, 12:49 PM
Last question - I hope.

I was looking for front end tie rods, and came across these rear end ones.

The photo shows what appears to be a mounting alignment pin.

With the Lumina rods, there isn't a pin.

How does that affect things? DOES it affect things?

https://www.autozone.com/su...end-17935/853082_0_0
Will JUN 02, 06:37 PM

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:

When I make the studs for the Lumina rod I just cut off the threaded end of the Fiero inner tie rod. If the cut has rough edges I just smooth the edges on the bench grinder so that it is easy to thread them into the Lumina rod. I use Loctite Red. Then use a nut and a lock washer to hold the stud in place. Just don't screw the stud in too deep or it may bind the new rod at the joint. Now you should have an inner tie rod with screw threads at both ends. Secure the inner side in place on the cradle with a nut and lock washer and screw on the Fiero outer tie rod.



Or just... buy a short 14mm bolt...
www.mcmaster.com
ArthurPeale JUN 02, 10:57 PM

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Originally posted by Will:


Or just... buy a short 14mm bolt...
www.mcmaster.com



What thread pitch?
Will JUN 03, 07:42 AM

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Originally posted by ArthurPeale:

What thread pitch?



M14x1.5
ArthurPeale JUN 04, 09:50 AM

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Originally posted by Will:


M14x1.5



Thanks! I'll check out the prices on those bolts. I ended up getting another set of tie rods. At just under four bucks each, I figured I could either use one for my other Fiero, or cut off the end instead of wrestling with my original (still can't get it apart).

I still have a question that I asked, above, about that peg.
Will JUN 04, 01:17 PM
The peg just keeps the housing from rotating as you tighten the fastener.