Outer tie rod rubber boot. Where can I find one???

[db131994]

I tore one when I was replacing the axle shaft. I haven't found anyone that sells a replacement boot, and not the whole tie rod end link... The aftermarket ones don't seal up very well either.

Anyone know where to get one?

Thanks

 

[The_Roadie]

Many people have asked over the years. I never heard of a vendor offering one. Just get a new one and keep the old for a trail spare if you're an offroader. Or live with the tear, and be ready to swap it if and when it loosens up.

 

[Mooseman]

How about a pick-a-part yard? To take the tie-rod off, take the nut off and just hit the knuckle right at the tie rod mount like in this video. Haven't used a pickle fork in 20 years. Vibration just breaks it loose. Also works on ball joints.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAP-Jnhjabg