Outer tie rod end (right/left hand) designed to replace worn steering linkage on 2000–2002 Dodge vehicles. This precision-machined steering component connects the steering rack to the wheel knuckle, transmitting driver input while maintaining alignment and reducing play. Built for durability and reliable performance, it restores steering feel, improves vehicle safety, and minimizes uneven tire wear. Ideal for restoration or routine suspension maintenance, this direct-fit unit simplifies replacement and returns safe, predictable handling to aging vehicles.
Features:
- Fitment: Direct-fit outer tie rod end for 2000–2002 Dodge vehicles (right or left hand application).
- Durable construction with hardened stud and corrosion-resistant plated finish for long service life.
- Restores steering precision by eliminating play and returning proper toe alignment.
- Sealed ball joint design retains lubrication and helps prevent contamination and premature wear.
- Easy installation with factory-style taper and nut; no special modification required.
- Ideal for suspension restoration, routine maintenance, and improving tire life and vehicle safety.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 2/5
- Estimated time: 30-60 minutes per side
Instructions:
- Park vehicle on level ground, engage parking brake and chock rear wheels.
- Loosen front wheel lug nuts slightly, raise the vehicle with a jack and secure on jack stands, then remove the wheel.
- Locate the outer tie rod end at the steering knuckle and remove the cotter pin (if present) from the castle nut using needle-nose pliers.
- Mark the position of the existing tie rod end on the inner tie rod or measure the exposed threads to preserve alignment settings.
- Loosen the jam nut on the inner tie rod, then remove the castle nut securing the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
- Separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle using a tie rod puller or a pickle fork; avoid damaging the knuckle.
- Unscrew the old tie rod end from the inner tie rod and install the new outer tie rod end, matching the previously marked position or measured threads.
- Thread the new tie rod into the inner tie rod and tighten the jam nut to secure the position.
- Insert the tie rod stud into the steering knuckle, install and torque the castle nut to the manufacturer’s specification, and secure with a new cotter pin if applicable.
- Reinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, and torque lug nuts to spec.
- Check steering and suspension for proper operation, and have a professional wheel alignment performed as soon as possible after installation.
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 |
| Dodge |
Ram 1500 |
2000 - 2001 |
| Dodge |
Ram 2500 |
2000 - 2002 |
| Dodge |
Ram 3500 |
2000 - 2002 |
