Delphi TA2653 Steering Tie Rod End - Right

Delphi TA2653 Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA2653 is a straight steering tie rod end built for the right side and engineered as a standard replacement for OE-style steering service. It uses a high-strength steel housing, steel bearing material, and a coated finish to support consistent steering response in demanding road conditions.

Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to help match aftermarket fit and function to the original part. This tie rod end is pre-greased, greaseable, and supplied with a dust boot, grease fitting, and mounting hardware for service-ready replacement on applications such as Ford truck and chassis steering systems.

Key Features

• Part number: TA2653
• Steering tie rod end for the right side
• Straight design with male/male end configuration
• High-strength steel housing with steel bearing material
• Coated finish for added surface protection
• Pre-greased and greaseable with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included with thermoplastic polyurethane construction
• Standard replacement grade
• Mounting hardware included

Detailed Description

Delphi TA2653 is a right steering tie rod end designed for OE-style steering repair where precise geometry and durable construction matter. The part measures 140.0 in length, 51.0 in width, and 114.0 in height, with a 115.0 length from stud center to end. It features clockwise thread direction on both ends, 16 threads per inch, a 1.0 end 1 thread diameter, and a 0.75 end 2 thread diameter. The threaded stud design and standard replacement construction make it a practical choice for restoring steering linkage integrity on Ford applications and related interchange references.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES373R and Mevotech Supreme MES373R for the same application. Delphi TA2653 is also associated with Ford truck and chassis part numbers in the interchange list, making it a relevant search match for Ford steering tie rod end replacement needs.

Common Steering Issues It Can Address

• Excessive steering play at the right front linkage
• Uneven or unstable steering feel during lane changes
• Clunking or looseness from worn tie rod end joints
• Steering alignment drift after component wear
• Road vibration transferred through worn steering linkage parts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and position before installation. Delphi TA2653 is a non-adjustable tie rod end, so alignment should be checked after replacement to confirm steering wheel center and toe settings. Inspect the mating steering components, boot condition, and fasteners during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specifications.

Compatible With Ford truck and chassis steering applications listed in the interchange data, including right-side tie rod end service where the OE reference matches TA2653. For buyers searching Ford steering tie rod end replacement, Delphi TA2653 provides a direct-reference option to compare against the original part.

Quality Assurance

Delphi subjects its steering components to extreme temperature and corrosion testing, including exposure below -40 degrees C, above 120 degrees C, and extended salt-spray testing. The brand also uses dimensional and material analysis to support OE-level compatibility between original and aftermarket steering parts.