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Old Jan 20, 2016 | 09:50 PM
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I'm installing the drag link and it seems very tight. I have to use a channel lock and really crank on it. Threads seem fine. Should they be that tight?
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I'm installing the drag link and it seems very tight. I have to use a channel lock and really crank on it. Threads seem fine. Should they be that tight?
My install went the same way. I had to clean both the male and female threads completely. I then put some grease on both. It was still tight but it went on smoother.

I wouldn't use channel locks to move it though. You should be able to put it on by hand. Good luck.
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My install went the same way. I had to clean both the male and female threads completely. I then put some grease on both. It was still tight but it went on smoother.

I wouldn't use channel locks to move it though. You should be able to put it on by hand. Good luck.
No chance of getting it by hand. Even with channel locks it's very tough to turn.
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No chance of getting it by hand. Even with channel locks it's very tough to turn.
I would call Borgeson directly and get some direction or a new part.
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Got the replacement from borgeson and it fits great. They somehow miss packaged a drag link for another car.
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Got the replacement from borgeson and it fits great. They somehow miss packaged a drag link for another car.
Glad that you found the problem.
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