Suspension and Tie Rods Inquiry

[1st 75th ranger]

if you were to snap tie rod at thread area some guys put this over break and its a hold until you get off trail also

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[Built2Wild]

Plus one on this. We’re doing an extensive build and went with stage three from 74Weld and RPG tierods, but we’ll need that with portals and 40’s. Keeping stock tires going with their stage one is good insurance. Also keep in mind that not all bushings are created the same. This is a long video but highly informative.

Edit-DO NOT install braces/sleeves. If you do something that would break the tierod but have those installed, yes-your tierod will likely be saved. But you have transferred those forces to the steering rack and are now shortening it’s life. Think of the tierods as a fuse. If you keep popping the fuse you figure out why and fix the issue. Installing a bigger fuse or bypassing it risks burning down your rig. Don’t burn down your steering rack. It’s much harder to fix on the trail than a tierod.

Thank you for the video and insight!

 

[Built2Wild]

if you were to snap tie rod at thread area some guys put this over break and its a hold until you get off trail also

I seen that on Matt's Offroad Recovery which served as a temporary fix to get off the trail.

 

[Canyon Coolers]

Looks to be a really nice solution. I throw a few Mexican blankets up there in the winter on top of my JTOP , more for a little extra insulation and having some spare blankets in the Mountains is never a bad idea.

 

[SierraBronco]

I seen that on Matt's Offroad Recovery which served as a temporary fix to get off the trail.

We’re hoping it’s a clean break for this right? Sometimes they bend before breaking. One might be safe in assuming that would make the installation a beast unless the tolerances are wildly loose.

 

[Pseudoko]

We’re hoping it’s a clean break for this right? Sometimes they bend before breaking. One might be safe in assuming that would make the installation a beast unless the tolerances are wildly loose.

There was one episode on Matt’s offroad recovery where he had to cut and grind the bent section off before using the broncbuster brace as a bandaid. They were able to drive the bronco out so the owners could get it to a shop to get a new tie rod installed .

 

[SierraBronco]

There was one episode on Matt’s offroad recovery where he had to cut and grind the bent section off before using the broncbuster brace as a bandaid. They were able to drive the bronco out so the owners could get it to a shop to get a new tie rod installed .

Seems like it would be easier to just swap out the tierod

 

[1st 75th ranger]

Seems like it would be easier to just swap out the tierod

actual it's more work unless you really know how to disassemble things and have tools
the brace was pricey yes put very quick and easy and looks better then just thicker tie rods which still have thin thread areas anyway lol

 

[BAUS67]

actual it's more work unless you really know how to disassemble things and have tools
the brace was pricey yes put very quick and easy and looks better then just thicker tie rods which still have thin thread areas anyway lol

One could buy an inner and an outer tie rod. Screw the two together, by using what is on the Bronc as a template to get you "in the ballpark".

Break the tie rod and then castle nut off the outer. Hammer it out of the knuckle. Then unscrew the inner. Back together with the new assembly.

Pretty straightforward if you make an assembly, you don't have to mess with the inner/outer connection.

Just remember most times if you break the inner, it will have some sort of bend in it before it broke. This will need addressed before installing the BB brace. That means a battery powered grinder. You could also use an air powered cut off wheel with your ARB compressor.

 

[Built2Wild]

After reviewing the thread, I have decided to leave the Bronco at the trailhead and walk the rest of the way to ensure no tie rod repairs are needed.

 

[1st 75th ranger]

i trail hop daily 36x12.5x17 exhaust air intake bov no lift no rub and i wheel hard mud and pre running no crawling rock dont like the banging sounds lol

 

[Built2Wild]

i trail hop daily 36x12.5x17 exhaust air intake bov no lift no rub and i wheel hard mud and pre running no crawling rock dont like the banging sounds lol

Being in Northern California the terrain is so diverse you can pick and choose how you really want to use the Bronco. Since I am so close the Rubicon there are plenty of places to rock crawl and a lot washouts to do pre-running. I want to replace the rear bumper with a Turn Offroad rear bumper before I hit the Rubicon.

 

[SierraBronco]

actual it's more work unless you really know how to disassemble things and have tools
the brace was pricey yes put very quick and easy and looks better then just thicker tie rods which still have thin thread areas anyway lol

Tools for tie rod - big crescent wrench, flathead screwdriver, 21mm wrench. Maybe a hammer if you don’t want to use the crescent wrench or your forehead for hammering.

Tools for brace - all of the above plus a cutting wheel and any ancillary equipment associated with that device. One might use a hacksaw if so inclined. Also allen or torx (not sure what it uses) If you can’t figure out how to swap a tierod I’m not certain that person should be cutting inners and installing the brace

And looks are definitely not improved. Seeing a brace (or any broncbuster parts) on your rig is a label. And not a good one

 

[Poppavein]

Tools for tie rod - big crescent wrench, flathead screwdriver, 21mm wrench. Maybe a hammer if you don’t want to use the crescent wrench or your forehead for hammering.

Here is a tie rod repair kit:
https://td-distributing.myshopify.com/products/bronco-6g-tie-rod-repair-kit

 

[SierraBronco]

Here is a tie rod repair kit:
https://td-distributing.myshopify.com/products/bronco-6g-tie-rod-repair-kit

You could buy four of these and a few spare tie rods to give out as gifts at your next bronco gathering and still be ahead of buying one set of those braces.

Bonus-not destroying your steering rack.

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