Delphi TA470 Steering Tie Rod End - Front

Delphi TA470 Front Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA470 is a standard replacement steering tie rod end built for front suspension service on select Ford Escort models. It uses OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to support proper fit and steering response, with a coated steel housing, pre-greased construction, and a dust boot included.

Fits 1981-1985 Ford Escort, front, with female threads. This Delphi tie rod end is engineered for the front steering linkage and is a direct-service part for vehicles that need a replacement tie rod end with female-threaded application details.

Key Features

• Part number TA470
• Front steering tie rod end for select Ford Escort applications
• Standard replacement design
• Steel housing and steel tie rod material
• Coated finish with black exterior
• Pre-greased and sealed with a dust boot
• Mounting hardware included
• Straight design with clockwise thread direction at both ends
• Grease fitting not included; non-greaseable design

Detailed Description

Delphi TA470 is built for front steering service and reflects Delphi’s OE-based approach to aftermarket steering components. The part is tested across extreme temperature ranges and salt-spray exposure, and its dimensional and material analysis helps support consistent compatibility with the original application. For buyers searching for a Ford Escort front tie rod end, Delphi TA470 provides a direct replacement option for 1981-1985 Ford Escort models with female threads.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES2153RL and Mevotech Supreme MES2153RL for the same application. Delphi TA470 is also referenced by several OE and aftermarket numbers used in the same steering application.

Common Steering Issues This Part Can Address

• Loose or vague steering feel at the front wheels
• Excessive play in the steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Clunking or knocking from the front suspension during steering input
• Restoration of proper toe adjustment after tie rod wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and female-threaded fitment before installation. Delphi TA470 is a straight tie rod end with a threaded stud design, so alignment should be checked after replacement to restore correct front-end geometry. Confirm the vehicle is a 1981-1985 Ford Escort with female threads at the front steering position before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Delphi applies OE-focused testing to its steering portfolio, including exposure to temperatures below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, plus 720 hours of salt spray testing. That validation supports the durability expectations of a standard replacement part like TA470.