Outer left-hand tie rod end for 1948–1977 Chevrolet, Ford, GMC and International vehicles. This steering component secures the outer steering linkage to the steering knuckle, maintaining proper toe alignment and responsive steering. Built to resist wear and provide consistent performance, it restores steering precision, reduces play and vibration, and helps prevent premature tire wear. Designed as a direct-replacement part for restoration and maintenance projects, it offers durability, reliable fitment, and straightforward installation for vintage truck and car steering systems.
Features:
- Fitment: Direct-replacement outer left-hand tie rod end for 1948–1977 Chevrolet, Ford, GMC and International models.
- Material: Heavy-duty steel stud with corrosion-resistant finish for long service life.
- Function: Secures the steering linkage to the steering knuckle to maintain correct toe alignment and steering control.
- Durability: Sealed ball joint design and robust housing to reduce contamination and extend service intervals.
- Ease of use: Direct-fit replacement for restoration projects — no modification required on stock steering systems.
- Performance: Reduces steering play and vibration, improving handling and tire wear.
- Application: Ideal for vintage vehicle maintenance, rebuilding steering systems, and classic truck restoration.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 3/5
- Estimated time: 30-90 minutes
Instructions:
- Park vehicle on a level surface, chock rear wheels, loosen front lug nuts slightly.
- Raise the front of the vehicle with a floor jack and support securely on jack stands. Remove the wheel.
- Locate the outer left tie rod end on the steering knuckle and apply penetrating oil to fasteners if needed.
- Mark the position of the existing tie rod end on the tie rod (count or mark thread turns) to preserve alignment during removal.
- Remove the cotter pin and loosen the castellated nut (if present) securing the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Do not fully remove the nut until the joint is separated.
- Use a tie rod puller or pickle fork to separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. If using a puller, slowly tighten until the joint releases.
- Loosen the lock nut on the inner tie rod and unscrew the old tie rod end, counting turns or using your mark to maintain approximate toe setting.
- Thread the new outer left-hand tie rod end onto the tie rod to the marked position (or same number of turns) to preserve alignment.
- Insert the new stud into the steering knuckle, tighten the castellated nut to the vehicle manufacturer's torque specification, and install a new cotter pin if applicable.
- Tighten the lock nut against the tie rod end to secure the assembly. Grease the joint if the new part has a grease zerk.
- Reinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, and torque the lug nuts to specification.
- Have a professional wheel alignment performed as soon as possible to ensure correct toe and prevent uneven tire wear.
About Redline Select
Redline Restomotive® has established itself as a premier brand in the world of classic car restoration, providing enthusiasts with high-quality parts that meet the exacting standards of original manufacturer specifications. Dedicated to the preservation of American automotive history, Redline Restomotive® combines advanced manufacturing techniques with an in-depth understanding of vintage vehicles. The result is a range of products that seamlessly blend into the design and function of classic cars, giving restorers and collectors the assurance that each part reflects the era’s style, quality, and performance.
Redline Select® is our premium line of steering and suspension products for all vehicle makes and models including both North American and Import vehicles. We have partnered with an ISO 9001/QS9000/TS16949 certified manufacturing facility with more than 40 years of experience in producing components that perform to the standards our customers expect. Our steering and suspension parts are backed by multiple quality control checks along the way—during production, prior to shipping from the factory, and at arrival. With our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we observe the world’s highest standards for quality management.
Vehicle Fitment:
The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
| Make |
Model |
Years |
| Chevrolet |
K10 Pickup |
1964 - 1966 |
| Chevrolet |
K20 Pickup |
1961 - 1966 |
| Chevrolet |
Suburban |
1964 - 1966 |
| Ford |
F-100 |
1961 - 1965 |
| Ford |
F-250 |
1961 - 1966 |
| Ford |
F-350 |
1953 - 1966 |
| Ford |
F4 |
1948 - 1952 |
| Ford |
P-350 |
1953 - 1976 |
| Ford |
P-400 |
1975 - 1976 |
| Ford |
P-500 |
1975 - 1977 |
| GMC |
1000 Series |
1963 - 1965 |
| GMC |
1500 Series |
1963 - 1965 |
| GMC |
2500 Series |
1963 - 1965 |
| GMC |
K1000 |
1966 |
| GMC |
K15/K1500 Pickup |
1966 |
| GMC |
Suburban |
1963 - 1966 |
| International |
1200A |
1966 |
| International |
1200B |
1967 |
| International |
1200C |
1968 |
| International |
A120 |
1957 - 1958 |
| International |
A122 |
1957 - 1958 |
| International |
C1200 |
1963 - 1964 |
| International |
C120 |
1961 - 1962 |
| International |
C122 |
1961 - 1962 |
| International |
S120 |
1956 - 1957 |
| International |
S122 |
1956 - 1957 |
