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Old 09-10-2014, 11:23 PM   #1
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Replacing Rack Ends

Got new tyres the other day for my BA and old mate told me that my RH rack end was "unserviceable". I have ordered the appropriate rack end but am unsure as to how to replace it. I have a Haynes manual but it's proved to be about as useful as an ashtray on a motorbike. I have a general idea that they require some sort of preload measured by a gauge from where the tie rod end screws on. Any information on this would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 10-10-2014, 12:00 PM   #2
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Maybe it's easy ...

Just found this on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MJOtr-vj6M
I'm hoping it's the same type of end.
Wouldn't mind getting hold of that removal tool! Murphy's law seems to rule my beast.
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Old 10-10-2014, 02:46 PM   #3
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Yep same type of tie rod. The captive washers are a slightly different design, looking like a kinked up washer, you need to destroy them to get a spanner onto the hex section to undo the inner rod. They can be buggers to acquire too but are available from overseas suppliers...www.fordprobestore.co.uk last time I bought some.
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Old 10-10-2014, 06:24 PM   #4
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Straighten the lock tabs and they will unscrew quite easily, I would suggest an alignment afterwards.
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Old 11-11-2014, 01:34 PM   #5
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All fixed

Everything went well. Used this tool: https://www.factoryfast.com.au/p/inn...ewsletter=7957

Wheel alignment guy said It was out buy 3.5 Inches!

The mysterious front rattle has gone too!
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