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what are tie rod torque specs?

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Old May 7, 2003 | 03:20 AM
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what are tie rod torque specs?

whats the proper torque spec for the tie rod to spindle and tie rod to center link for both sides?
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Old May 7, 2003 | 05:35 AM
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never torqued them, use impact if i can, other wise i go for the real damn tight method. WAG for a torque spec would be in the 35 to 45 ft/lbs range.
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Old May 7, 2003 | 09:24 AM
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i know the tie rod to spindle is held in with a clip so just get them tight enough to slip the clip in the hole and spread the ends and its done. the centerlink to tie rod i have no clue i cant even get my nut on without the rod spinning on me. any helps on that one?
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