Who sells rareparts.com beefy tie rod ends? I see them in the mags 8Lug, Diesel power and Diesel world. If there is something better please let me know.THX

I would get the Cognito HD Tie Rod kit. I got mine from Huckstorf Diesel.

do you have any pic's of yours?

These are what he is talking about....

http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/images/nctlogo%20CogHDTieRod.JPG
(From norcaltruck.com obviously)


I have them on my truck and I have to say they look bigger in person... they dwarf the stock tie rods when you put them next to each other...

We sell the Rareparts Tierods but do not have them listed on the site yet. The Fabtech is a better buy for the money, they run about 30% less. Send me a PM if you need a set and I will hook it up:)



Who sells rareparts.com beefy tie rod ends? I see them in the mags 8Lug, Diesel power and Diesel world. If there is something better please let me know.THX

norcal truck, dmaxstore, alligator performance etc are great places to get tie rods.

I see you can buy tie rod sleeves from rough country for $35, anyone have any experience with these?

The mild steel tie rod sleeves tend to rust to the tie rod.

These are what he is talking about....

http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/images/nctlogo%20CogHDTieRod.JPG
(From norcaltruck.com obviously)


I have them on my truck and I have to say they look bigger in person... they dwarf the stock tie rods when you put them next to each other...

I second that. I put these on. They are very impressive-looking. I don't worry about my 4WD launches now.

Nick at NORCAL is an awesome person to work with. I heard the FABTECH ones only work with FABTECH knuckles and factory knuckles need to be drilled out.

Thanks guys for the referrals :)

Who sells rareparts.com beefy tie rod ends? I see them in the mags 8Lug, Diesel power and Diesel world. If there is something better please let me know.THX

We don't have the Rereparts tie rods and did see them on TV as well. Not bad looking but I have no back ground with them.

I do specialize in many steering upgrades that GM owners upgrade with. In tie rods we have the Fabtech and Cognito heavy duty tie rods. I can not say we have a for sure test on what will last longer or be stronger but one selling feature on the Cognito tie rods that I feel is great, if and when you do need to replace a tie rod end we have the Cognito style sold in inner or outer sections so you do not need to buy a complete kit again (Fabtech sells as set only). Other than that we have sold many Cognito HD tie rods and have had great luck with them. For the money they are great and to the job perfect.


Let me know if you need any other info and here is the link to see them on our site if you would like: http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=2_385&products_id=978

So with the cognito tie rods hit my sway bar links? I already have the cognito upper control arms and keys.

I vote for Nick and the Cognito HDs.

Actually, these are the ones I have and was referring to. Much better.
http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/popup_image.php?pID=781

So with the cognito tie rods hit my sway bar links? I already have the cognito upper control arms and keys.

I was not sure eather so I added the end links anyway.

Pics in garage.

I was not sure eather so I added the end links anyway.

Pics in garage.


According to Nick yes they will. He recommends replacement end links.

So with the cognito tie rods hit my sway bar links? I already have the cognito upper control arms and keys.

It is a good idea to add the Cognito sway bar end links to add alittle more clearence to the tie rod boot at full turn and drop out. We have seen where they can pinch the boot and then it will spit grease.

Actually, these are the ones I have and was referring to. Much better.
http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/popup_image.php?pID=781

These are VERY strong but more than needed and also the heim ends will not last as long as the sealed unit. Best bang for the buck are the HD style.

Hey Nick, if your still online can you PM me a a price with shipping to 72211 for the HD tierods. Thx! I called but yall might be closed. 7:08 where I am.

Still here,

Here they are on my site if you want to purchase on there or you can call me tomorrow. Sorry today was busy and still returning VM's (not sure if you are one of them)

Link: http://www.norcaltruck.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=2_385&products_id=978

Here are some comparison picture's -
From bottom to top:
OEM
OEM w/Sleeves
Rare Parts
Fabtech
The sleeves and Rare Parts will work with stock/lifted/ or lowered trucks, the Rare Parts are more money and very nice. We have all of these options available for members

Image Link = http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/oo156/dmaxstore1/Steering%20Tie%20Rods/011.jpg

http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/oo156/dmaxstore1/Steering%20Tie%20Rods/011.jpg