Replacing inner/outer tie rod?

2006 CHRYSLER 300
108,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BHAMDOC1973
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I know these are common, and i have replaced several on different cars, i just always get the outer tie rod threads wrong and end up with an off-center steering. What is the best way to do it to avoid this, as far as making sure the same threads are on old and new. Also, since replacing the inner as well, does that make a difference as far as the steering centering, if it turned out it is off which do i adjust to center the steering?
Oct 15, 2022 at 5:14 PM
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The best way we have found is to count the threads when removing each piece and then recount the threads when reinstalling the new parts, it isn't perfect, but it will get you going in the right direction without major alignment problems.
Oct 16, 2022 at 11:25 AM