FJ60 Tie Rod issue

[Old Rich]

I just installed a set of 555 tie rod ends on my '83 FJ60. Something just doesn't look right where the relay rod(drag link as some call it) connects to the tie rod on the passenger side. The relay rod end is bottoming out against the tie rod and I haven't completely torqued it yet. It seems like the hole is too large where the Relay rod tapered stud connects. I think there should be more space so the relay rod end can move freely without rubbing/binding. Any thoughts?

 

[diesellibrarian]

Yeah that doesn't look right. Is it possible that that end should attach to the pittman arm instead? It's been a while since I did my TREs on my 60, but if I recall the two relay rod ends look similar, but maybe have a different taper?

 

[Old Rich]

Yeah that doesn't look right. Is it possible that that end should attach to the pittman arm instead? It's been a while since I did my TREs on my 60, but if I recall the two relay rod ends look similar, but maybe have a different taper?

Thank you. I checked and the rod ends are where they should be. The end that attaches to the pitman arm has the attachment point for the steering dampner.

 

[Old Rich]

For anyone who is interested. I ordered a replacement tie rod end, installed it and it allowed for the proper fit of the relay rod end.

 

[Dumpolina]

For anyone who is interested. I ordered a replacement tie rod end, installed it and it allowed for the proper fit of the relay rod end.

Ouch! Thanks for the update. I need to check mine before I tear everything apart

 

[OSS]

Aftermarket parts don't fit properly. Surprise!

(very common with aftermarket parts)