Delphi TA2550 Steering Tie Rod End - Outer

Delphi TA2550 Outer Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2550 is an outer steering tie rod end built for direct replacement service on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It combines OE-focused dimensional analysis with materials and corrosion testing to support consistent steering response and proper fit.

Key Features

• Outer steering tie rod end for steering linkage service
• Pre-greased with a grease fitting included for serviceability
• Dust boot included to help protect internal components
• High strength steel housing with coated finish
• Straight design with threaded stud construction
• Mounting hardware included
• Greaseable design for maintenance access
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2550 is an outer tie rod end engineered for steering systems that require a precise OE-style replacement. It features a high strength steel housing, steel tie rod material, chloroprene rubber dust boot, and a coated finish for added protection. The part is pre-greased, includes a grease fitting, and uses a threaded stud design with clockwise thread direction on both ends. Delphi validates steering components through dimensional and material analysis, along with temperature and salt-spray exposure testing, to help maintain fit and durability in demanding conditions. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2128RL and Mevotech Supreme MES2128RL for the same application. Delphi TA2550 is a direct-fit choice for owners servicing steering wear on 1978-1981 Ford Fairmont, 1979-1981 Ford Mustang, and 1980-1981 Ford Thunderbird, as well as 1979-1981 Mercury Capri, 1980-1981 Mercury Cougar, and 1978-1981 Mercury Zephyr.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or vague steering feel at the outer linkage
• Clunking or play from a worn tie rod end
• Uneven steering response caused by worn steering joints
• Boot damage that can expose the joint to contamination
• Corrosion-related wear in exposed steering components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and position before installation. Delphi TA2550 is an outer tie rod end, so alignment should be checked after replacement. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, model, and steering position before service. Fits 1978-1981 Ford Fairmont, outer; 1979-1981 Ford Mustang, outer; 1980-1981 Ford Thunderbird, outer; 1979-1981 Mercury Capri, outer; 1980-1981 Mercury Cougar, outer; and 1978-1981 Mercury Zephyr, outer.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE engineering practices to its aftermarket steering portfolio and subjects parts to extreme temperature and salt-spray testing to support durability and fit consistency. Delphi TA2550 is built as a standard replacement steering tie rod end for the listed applications.