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Delphi TA5310 Steering Tie Rod End - Outer
| Brand | Delphi TA5310 |
|---|---|
| Position | Outer |
| Adjustable | No |
| Bearing Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Cone Outside Diameter | 15.9 |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 0.438 |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 11.1125 |
| End 1 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 1 Threads Per Inch | 20 |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 0.688 |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 17.4625 |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| End 2 Threads Per Inch | 18 |
| Friction Material Thickness | Coated |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Height | 84.4 |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 240.0 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 8.583 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 218.0 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Tie Rod Material | Steel |
| Tube Diameter | 0.787 |
| Tube Diameter | 20.0 |
| Type | Straight |
| Weight | 1.39 |
| Width | 43.0 |
| Fits | Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac · 14 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.
Coated steel construction. Built for durability with pre-greased, greaseable service.
Hardware included. Comes with a dust boot and grease fitting for easier installation.
Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES406R, 3987858 and 7810072 for the same application. See all 3.
OE-Style Outer Tie Rod End for Classic GM and Pontiac
Delphi TA5310 is a straight outer steering tie rod end built for select 1971-1972 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It combines OE-based dimensional control with a coated steel housing, pre-greased construction, and included dust boot for dependable steering service.
Key Features
- Outer steering tie rod end, straight design
- Fits select 1971-1972 Buick Skylark, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Pontiac GTO, and Pontiac LeMans
- Pre-greased with grease fitting included
- Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber construction
- Steel tie rod and steel housing with coated finish
- Threaded stud design with male ends
- Non-adjustable standard replacement part
- Cross-reference part numbers include MOOG ES406R and 3987858
Detailed Description
Delphi TA5310 is engineered as a standard replacement outer tie rod end for classic GM steering systems. Delphi applies OE-level dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper fitment and consistent steering geometry on applications such as the 1971-1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo outer tie rod end and 1971-1972 Pontiac GTO outer tie rod end. The part uses a steel housing and steel tie rod with a coated black finish, plus a pre-greased, greaseable design for serviceability. It also includes a dust boot and mounting hardware, and the straight configuration matches the listed OE-style application requirements.
What It Helps Address
- Loose or imprecise steering feel at the front suspension
- Clunking or play from a worn outer tie rod end
- Uneven tire wear caused by steering linkage wear
- Restoration needs on classic Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models
- Replacement of a damaged or corroded steering linkage component
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify thread direction, thread diameter, and stud dimensions before installation. This part is listed for outer position only and is not adjustable, so final alignment should be checked after replacement. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for 1971-1972 Buick Skylark, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Pontiac GTO, and Pontiac LeMans before service.
Quality Assurance
Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature and corrosion conditions, including sub-zero cold, high heat, and extended salt-spray exposure. That OE-focused validation supports consistent performance for classic GM steering repairs and restoration work.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Buick | Skylark | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Pontiac | GTO | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1972 | Pontiac | LeMans | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Buick | Skylark | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Pontiac | GTO | Outer | 8.62in Length |
| 1971 | Pontiac | LeMans | Outer | 8.62in Length |
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