2001 C5 outer tie rod recommendation
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2001 C5 outer tie rod recommendation
Hi,
I am.working on my car and my front outer tie rods needs to be replaced. I was wondering what you recommend l. Just go with OEM or is there any aftermarket that is better quality. It's a daily driver
Thanks
I am.working on my car and my front outer tie rods needs to be replaced. I was wondering what you recommend l. Just go with OEM or is there any aftermarket that is better quality. It's a daily driver
Thanks
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Thanks for the input, the garage is charging me for the front outer tie rods $71 each, I think they are getting them from the dealership. I am looking online just a quick search for Moog and I can definitely get something for half the price. Am I missing something?. Does anyone know the Moog part number or the part number. I feel I can get them cheaper and save me some $$
Thanks for the help on this
Thanks for the help on this
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Moog part #ES2231RL. I looked it up on Rock Auto and got a price of $94.76 for both sides. That includes shipping to my address and a 5% discount. Hope this helps 
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No problem always willing to help. Based on the price the garage the quoted you they are probably an off brand. I checked Advance auto parts and the Moogs are $99 and O'reillys are $110 each 
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No i am trying to find the rack and pinion as they quoted me $453 which i am sure that is a rebuild at least from the price
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I went Moog on the fronts from Rock Auto. Rears aren't available in Moog for some reason. I replaced 1 with stock, then I found out Ecklers sells an upgraded greasable unit, so I ordered that to do the other that's still tight, but has a torn boot.
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Amazon have them for 45$ each (Moog ES2231RL Tie Rod End) with free shipping, of course i have to pay taxes (6%) but still much cheaper what the garage quoted me
No i am trying to find the rack and pinion as they quoted me $453 which i am sure that is a rebuild at least from the price
No i am trying to find the rack and pinion as they quoted me $453 which i am sure that is a rebuild at least from the price
