OEM vs. Crown Tie Rod Ends
02-03-2011, 10:57 AM
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OEM vs. Crown Tie Rod Ends
Hey guys, I just bought Crown replacement Tie-rod ends (actually drag link ends to use with RK HD tie-rod). How are these compared to OEM's? I heard Crown ball joints are weaker than OEM ones but what about these? I bought the Rock Krawler HD tie rod which require OEM ends so I went with Crowns. Also, does anyone make HD ends to use with the RK TR?
02-03-2011, 11:04 AM
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My friend installed the bjs and said there Just like the stockers. I don't think anyone other than currie makes the ends, and there ends are only for there bars.
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02-03-2011, 01:36 PM
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I bought the Moog draglink end#ES3624 for $28. It fits the stock drag link and is originally for Dodge Heavy duty trucks from around 2003. It's grease-able also. If this is designed for stock drag link, it should fit your RK Tie Rod ends if they use stock drag link ends
02-03-2011, 03:20 PM
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I bought the Moog draglink end#ES3624 for $28. It fits the stock drag link and is originally for Dodge Heavy duty trucks from around 2003. It's grease-able also. If this is designed for stock drag link, it should fit your RK Tie Rod ends if they use stock drag link ends
02-03-2011, 03:40 PM
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Actually, I am putting it on next week. I bought the Currie Tie Rod, but wanted to strengthen my drag link without replacing it since I learned plastic was part of the inside of the end. I did some searches and learned this Moog part was compatible for the OEM drag link and RK tie rods. I will let you know the outcome. Sad, how Chrysler didn't Just use A Dodge 3/4 ton truck part for the the Jeep.
02-03-2011, 03:47 PM
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Actually, I am putting it on next week. I bought the Currie Tie Rod, but wanted to strengthen my drag link without replacing it since I learned plastic was part of the inside of the end. I did some searches and learned this Moog part was compatible for the OEM drag link and RK tie rods. I will let you know the outcome. Sad, how Chrysler didn't Just use A Dodge 3/4 ton truck part for the the Jeep.
) You would think they would use economy of scale and just visit the parts bin for stuff that can be repurposed. Especially a part used for a larger HD truck.
02-14-2011, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by renpia
Cool, def let me know how it fits and your impressions. I will likely follow suit (well, after I wear out the Crowns.
) You would think they would use economy of scale and just visit the parts bin for stuff that can be repurposed. Especially a part used for a larger HD truck.Trending Topics
02-14-2011, 02:03 PM
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