Outer tie rod end for 1980-1988 American Motors Eagle vehicles. This replacement outer tie rod end secures the steering linkage to the steering knuckle, maintaining proper alignment and safe steering response. Built for durability and reliable performance, it restores factory steering geometry, reduces play, and helps prevent premature tire wear. Designed as a direct-fit restoration part for routine maintenance or classic car rebuilding, it offers straightforward installation and dependable long-term service.
Features:
- Fitment: 1980-1988 American Motors Eagle (outer tie rod end, right and left hand options).
- Direct-fit replacement for worn or damaged outer tie rod ends to restore steering precision.
- Durable construction with corrosion-resistant finish to extend service life.
- Ball joint design reduces play and improves steering responsiveness.
- Easy to install with common hand tools — ideal for restoration or maintenance projects.
- Helps prevent uneven tire wear and maintains proper wheel alignment.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 2/5
- Estimated time: 30-60 minutes per side
Instructions:
- Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and loosen the front wheel lug nuts slightly.
- Raise the vehicle and support securely on jack stands. Remove the front wheel.
- Locate the outer tie rod end on the steering knuckle and apply penetrating oil to nuts and threads if corroded.
- Loosen the lock nut on the inner tie rod that secures the outer tie rod end, but do not remove it yet to preserve alignment settings.
- Remove the cotter pin (if present) and unfasten the castle nut or retaining nut from the tie rod end stud.
- Use a tie rod end puller or a pickle fork to separate the tie rod end stud from the steering knuckle. A hammer can be used to persuade the taper free if needed.
- Count the number of exposed threads or measure the length of the old outer tie rod end from a fixed reference to the end to preserve approximate toe alignment.
- Unscrew the outer tie rod end from the inner tie rod the same number of turns or to the measured position and remove the old part.
- Thread the new outer tie rod end onto the inner tie rod to the same position, then tighten the lock nut against it to secure.
- Insert the tie rod end stud into the steering knuckle, install the retaining nut, and torque to the vehicle manufacturer's specification. Install a new cotter pin if applicable.
- Reinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, and torque the lug nuts to spec.
- Have a professional wheel alignment performed after installation to ensure correct toe settings and prevent premature tire wear.
About Redline Select
Redline Restomotive® has established itself as a premier brand in the world of classic car restoration, providing enthusiasts with high-quality parts that meet the exacting standards of original manufacturer specifications. Dedicated to the preservation of American automotive history, Redline Restomotive® combines advanced manufacturing techniques with an in-depth understanding of vintage vehicles. The result is a range of products that seamlessly blend into the design and function of classic cars, giving restorers and collectors the assurance that each part reflects the era’s style, quality, and performance.
Redline Select® is our premium line of steering and suspension products for all vehicle makes and models including both North American and Import vehicles. We have partnered with an ISO 9001/QS9000/TS16949 certified manufacturing facility with more than 40 years of experience in producing components that perform to the standards our customers expect. Our steering and suspension parts are backed by multiple quality control checks along the way—during production, prior to shipping from the factory, and at arrival. With our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we observe the world’s highest standards for quality management.
Vehicle Fitment:
The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
| Make |
Model |
Years |
| American Motors |
Eagle |
1980 - 1988 |
