Trackrod end

[stag36587]

Frustrating - got suspension bolted up properly on drivers side but when I screwed on the trackrod end nut, the threaded portion started to turn as well - does this mean the trackrod end (which is new) is faulty?

[bmcecosse]

Do you mean trackrod ?? The part that protrudes from the steering rack? Normally it would be held reasonably firmly at the rack end - but if the threads are not completely firm then yes - it can turn. You say they are new - so are they correctly adjusted at the rack end??

[stag36587]

Sorry I wasn't clear, connections to the steering rack are absolutely fine, it's the balljoint end where it joins the suspension arm.

[bmcecosse]

Ahh right - that is indeed the track rod end - my confusion. You need to seat the TRE into the taper - perhaps by initially seating it with a gentle 'tap' and then using a plain nut (and a washer) to pull it down tight - then remove them and fit the nyloc nut.

[stag36587]

Ah great, thanks very much, will give that a go!

[mike.perry]

You might be able to grip the shaft above the taper with a narrow pair of pliers. Make sure that there is no oil or grease on the taper or steering rod eye

[bmcecosse]

I LIKE a smear of grease on there - to ensure I can get the thing apart in future!

[mike.perry]

The grease stops the taper from gripping, a decent ball joint splitter will separate them

[bmcecosse]

My tapers grip just fine !