[Spridgets] Tie Rod Removal

Larry Macy lmacy at mac.com
Fri Oct 27 07:01:09 MDT 2017


But You rebuilt them first, correct??

Larry

> On Oct 25, 2017, at 9:20 PM, crusaderchuck55 at aol.com via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
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> Larry, I'm reusing your old lower controll arms.....
> Chuck
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> From: Larry Macy via Spridgets
> Date: Wed, Oct 25, 2017 6:04 PM
> To: Ron Soave;Spridgets net;
> Subject:Re: [Spridgets] Tie Rod Removal
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> IMHO, where safety counts, like suspension, brakes and tires, reusing a worn piece is a fool’s errand. Nuts, bolts, lock washers and tie rod ends are cheap, considering the difference between life and death. I don’t buy cheap tires, cheap brake parts, or plastic bits where I can avoid it. 
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> It’s your life, do as you find comfortable. 
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> Larry
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>> On Oct 25, 2017, at 8:05 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net <mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net>> wrote:
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>> We all think differently, I guess. In the case we are talking about here, this tie rod was replaced 17 years ago.  They are around $11. They are as difficult to change after removal as a nut.  You can remove without replacing, sure. But per your "logic" do you buy one of each bolt for a lifetime because the wrench empowers you to do so? Do you re-use bolts in critical suspension applications? Do you re-use lockwashers? Do you re-use cotter pins? You certainly can. Or, because they are so inexpensive relative to the importance of the function that they serve, do you replace them as a matter of course when you are working in that area? To me, go ahead and buy the tool (I have one) and replace the critical wear item (I do).
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>> Tutti I gusti son' gusti.
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>> Ron Soave
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>> On Oct 24, 2017, at 6:34 PM, David Lieb via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net <mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net>> wrote:
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>>> On Oct 24, 2017 6:10 PM, "Ron Soave via Spridgets" <spridgets at autox.team.net <mailto:spridgets at autox.team.net>> wrote:
>>> The tool costs more than a call joint, the definition of false economy.
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>>> Huh? So you don't buy wrenches cuz they cost more than the bolts they remove? 9 out of 10 tools cost more than the objects they are used on. We buy them because we intend to use them over and over. At least that is what I tell my wife... There are a number of tools I own for the simple joy of a fine tool, although I can't justify the cost of a Phil Wood spoke cutter/threader.
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