Having troubles getting the correct outer tie rod for a 1998 explorer 400, I ordered the correct rod end according to the parts break down, but the internal diameter of the female threads of the rod end that I received is too big for the tie rod. I checked a few other sites and they are using the same parts illustration, but have a different part number (possibly just an internal part #).

I'm starting to think that the entire tie rod assembly was superseded and replaced with a newer design and I'll need to order the entire tie rod assemblies. Anyone dealt with this issue and have pointers?

 

#1820567 is the new number for the assembly,has been substituted! If you order separate parts you will probably get the updated parts,MIGHT just be best to order the assembly.
OPT

 

Thanks OPT, I believe that's the route we will take.

 

noticed my inners got a lil more play than thay should on my 95...so ill be haveing to order the hole deal too....good to know!!