New inner tie rods one side sloppy
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Is it normal?
I 've just mounted a set of new Meyle inner tie rods to the steering rack. When lifting up the rack, one of the tie rod seems loose and flops around without any resistance, while the other is snug and doesn't move until I put some force to it.
The loose one doesn't have any play in it, but I'm a bit sceptical about installing it and maybe having to replace it shortly with the engine in. Not sure how much it would affect the steering feel either. So could anyone tell me if this is something to worry about? I mean they are supposed to be the same, but aren't..
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Early 77 year model Golf. 4-Door
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I had a new inner that was really tight, and it groaned when it moved up and down with the suspension. It took a few miles before it too loosened up. It is the in/out play that is more worrisome.
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