I just changed the driverside outer tie rod cuz the ball joint had alot of play. I counted the turns as well as marking the thread with a marker. They are the same as far as length. I also took it around the block to see if it would pull and its driving straight. Do you think I still need an alignment or am I ok?

 

you are not OK always align your car after
fixing your front end
but dont forget to fix both sides or the weak side will give up
soon

 

Damn... I guess I'll do that next week. I didnt know I had to change both sides. Thanks for the info. After I get the other tie rod I'll get an alignment. Thanks again!

 

was it difficult to put in the tie rods? and how much did you pay for one? wut brand?

 

It took me like 15 mins to do them. I bought Napa ones for $15.00 each. I'm sure you can get a decent brand name tie rod like MOOG for 30 bucks?

 

i did that same thing too, counting the threads when i took my tie rod off, and i got it aligned anyways cuz i have lifetime alignment and they said it was fine but you should always get an alignment after doing that sorta thing!.....paying for lifetime alignments is sooo worth the money!