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MXmaniac · 03-24-2009, 05:58 PM

I'm thinking about using heim rod-ends in place of the stock type tie-rod ends so that I can attach them on the underside of the stock mounting point on the spindle. I'm going to be using 1-1/2" stepped LCAs and 3" drop springs so it seems like using heims on the underside would be a good way to help lessen the angle of the tie-rods and keep them more level. So far my plan is to drill out the tapered hole to 5/8", and use a heim with a 5/8" bore and bolt it together with some grade-8 hardware. Has anyone done this? What are the pros and cons? This is common on race cars, correct?

03-24-2009, 05:58 PM	#1
MXmaniac Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 356	Heim rod ends to replace stock tie-rod ends? I'm thinking about using heim rod-ends in place of the stock type tie-rod ends so that I can attach them on the underside of the stock mounting point on the spindle. I'm going to be using 1-1/2" stepped LCAs and 3" drop springs so it seems like using heims on the underside would be a good way to help lessen the angle of the tie-rods and keep them more level. So far my plan is to drill out the tapered hole to 5/8", and use a heim with a 5/8" bore and bolt it together with some grade-8 hardware. Has anyone done this? What are the pros and cons? This is common on race cars, correct? __________________ Andrew '69 C-20(292, 4-speed) Retired Daily Driver '64 C-10(250, 3-speed) Fixerupper '97 F*rd Mustang GT(4.6L, 5-speed) Daily Driver If I only wanted two pedals I'd have bought a bicycle.



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