This is about the Dodge Dakota in my signature. I am sorry to say a BITOG Google search did not provide much help. My truck is 2 wheel drive with rack and pinion steering. I do not go off road or tow anything. Roads around here are generally in good shape and I do not usually drive over 70 mph.
Both of my outer tie rod ends were replaced some years ago with Moog sealed parts. They now have just over 100,000 miles on them and I wonder should they be replaced as a preventative measure? They have no side to side or up and down play but I can grab each one and twist it very easily. There is just a small amount of wiggle in the steering wheel but no steering wander, pull, vibration or noise.
It seems to me that new tie rods and a fresh alignment might tighten up my steering somewhat. Or should I just leave well enough alone? Thanks for any help on this question.
Both of my outer tie rod ends were replaced some years ago with Moog sealed parts. They now have just over 100,000 miles on them and I wonder should they be replaced as a preventative measure? They have no side to side or up and down play but I can grab each one and twist it very easily. There is just a small amount of wiggle in the steering wheel but no steering wander, pull, vibration or noise.
It seems to me that new tie rods and a fresh alignment might tighten up my steering somewhat. Or should I just leave well enough alone? Thanks for any help on this question.