Temporary Fix For Broken Tie Rod

Normally dealer prices for parts are higher than parts purchased at an auto parts store.

Temporary fix for broken tie rod.

Temporarily repairs outer tie rod ball socket. 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. 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. Tough alloy steel c clamp locking pliers provide a secure temporary repair.

These link rods use standard bolts on both ends so the removal should be relatively straightforward. Not intended for use at speeds over 5 mph or distances over 100 yards. When the wear out they tend to break very quickly. Broke a tie rod when i went to leave the grocery store.

Remove the sway bar link rod. These products temporarily fix wheel alignment so you can maneuver load or unload vehicles. 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.

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. Socket end and pointed spindle allow easy wheel pivoting. 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. Temporary tie rod couplers and tie rod end pliers allow you to load or move vehicles with broken tie rods.

A simple cheap way to seal any ball and socket type joint after the boot has been compromised. Poor man s tie rod end or ball joint boot. Expect to pay 30 to 80 per tie rod end as of december 2010.