z32 inner tie rod replacement

[phanatikz32]

i posted this in the tech section but figured i should also post it here. has any1 done a write up on how to change the inner tie rods on a z32? i searched but could not find anything usefull. any general info would be usefull (neccessary tools, step by step etc.)!

[NSR_s30]

Jack up the car and put it on jack stands, or use a lift where avilable. Then take the wheel off. You'll see the ball joint at the end of the tie rod. There should be a locknut or nut holding the ball joint on. Loosen it and then loosen the jamnut on the tierod it self. Enough so you can take the outer tierod off (balljoint to jamnut). Take the outer off by unscrewing it from the inner. Then take the jamnut off and remove the clip holding the dust boot on (rubber cover over the inner). After this remove the dust cover by sliding it off the end. The inner is screwed into the steering system, and has to be unscrewed. The end of it should have 2 indents in it for a special inner tierod tool but if not you'll have to muscle it off with some visegrips or pliers. After you get it off install the new one and reverse the steps. After installed make sure you take it to get the vehicle aligned.



http://300zx-twinturbo.com/cgi...al=98

Inner tierod tool - http://www.menintools.com/lisle/susptierod3.html

Anyway I hope this information helps.

[phanatikz32]

thanx for the info, what type of tools am i going to need for this? and i dont have an inner tierod remover tool,

[NSR_s30]

I'm not quite sure what size everything is. You'll need a couple deep well sockets and rachets for the locknuts and a crescent wrench for the jam nut. You won't nessarily need the tie rod tool, but if you did have it it'd be easier to get off. Go to your local parts store and see if they'll rent one to you. Good luck with it.