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Topic: How can one tell....

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How can one tell....

Posted: 12/21/06 6:43am Message 1 of 4
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How can one tell if the idler arm is shot? 

 How about the Tie Rod ends?



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Posted: 12/21/06 7:27am Message 2 of 4
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Grab the idler arm by where it connects to the drag/steering link. Push it up & down. If it moves up/down more than about 1/4", it is worn. Most idlers will have some play, even new ones. 1/4" is about the average max.
The tie rod ends should have NO play in them, up/down-side/side. You will be able to twist them slightly, but that is ok.


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Posted: 12/21/06 10:03pm Message 3 of 4
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Posted: 12/21/06 10:22pm Message 4 of 4
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Like Joel said, get the front end off the ground, grab the tire and try to turn it. If you see movement in the tie rod replace it.


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