On Sun, 6 Nov 2005 10:15:15 -0600 "Ted Tyszka" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I'm interested in buying a 'Trep from about '96 or '97. I've read in > a couple of places about a tie-rod design problem that causes them > to snap under normal driving conditions, and which Chrysler refuses > to acknowledge. > Ted > >Ted, I haven't heard of any tie rods snapping at any time. The rubber bushing on the inboard end where it attaches to the steering rack, will wear out and cause enough slack in the steering to "feel" unsafe. The design of the fastners is captive so no letting go. The biggest problem is getting to the bolts that hold the inboard ends in place, mostly laying over the fender and working in a confined space, but do-able. Aftermarket rubber bushings are inexpensive, and now made in two pieces, that make installation easy. The NAPA ones I used have a lifetime warranty. Not that they will last a lifetime, but I only have to pay once. Tom
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