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Delphi TA5338 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner
| Brand | Delphi TA5338 |
|---|---|
| Position | Inner |
| Adjustable | No |
| Bearing Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Cone Outside Diameter | 14.2 |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| End 1 Gender | Male |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 0.688 |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | 17.4625 |
| End 1 Threads Per Inch | 18 |
| End 2 Gender | Male |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 0.438 |
| End 2 Thread Diameter | 11.1125 |
| End 2 Thread Direction | Counterclockwise |
| End 2 Threads Per Inch | 20 |
| Friction Material Thickness | Coated |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Height | 85.8 |
| Housing Material | Steel |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 290.0 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 10.492 |
| Length Stud Center to End | 266.5 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Tie Rod Material | Steel |
| Tube Diameter | 0.748 |
| Tube Diameter | 19.0 |
| Type | Straight |
| Weight | 1.59 |
| Width | 43.0 |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 2 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.
Coated steel construction. Built with a steel housing and tie rod for durable steering performance.
Pre-greased design. Includes a dust boot, grease fitting, and mounting hardware.
Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES363RL and C7OZ 3A130A for the same application. See all 2.
Delphi TA5338 Inner Tie Rod End
Delphi TA5338 is a steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for the inner steering linkage on select Mercury Montego applications. It combines OE-based dimensional analysis with tested materials to support precise steering response and consistent fitment.
- Inner steering tie rod end for select 1968-1969 Mercury Montego applications
- Pre-greased with a grease fitting included for serviceability
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination
- Steel housing and steel tie rod construction with a coated black finish
- Straight, non-adjustable design for OE-style replacement fit
- Male threaded ends with threaded stud construction
- Delphi TA5338 cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES363RL for the same application
Built for OE-Style Steering Fit
Delphi applies OE engineering standards to its aftermarket steering portfolio, and TA5338 reflects that approach with dimensional and material analysis focused on compatibility with the original part. This inner tie rod end is built with a steel housing, plastic bearing material, and chloroprene rubber dust boot, and it is tested for harsh temperature extremes and extended salt-spray exposure to help verify durability in demanding conditions. Fits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, inner.
Common Steering Issues It Can Address
- Excessive play or looseness in the inner steering linkage
- Steering wander or reduced on-center feel
- Uneven tire wear related to worn steering components
- Noise or movement from a worn tie rod end joint
- Contamination-related wear at the steering joint
Installation Notes
Confirm inner position, thread direction, and thread sizes before installation. TA5338 uses a straight, non-adjustable layout with male threaded ends, so alignment should be checked after replacement. The included grease fitting supports routine lubrication, and the dust boot helps protect the joint once installed. Fits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, inner, and the same application is also listed for 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, inner.
Quality Assurance
Delphi uses OE-based testing and material validation for its steering components, including temperature cycling below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C plus 720 hours of salt-spray exposure. That validation supports consistent aftermarket replacement performance for the Delphi TA5338.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Mercury | Montego | Inner | — |
| 1968 | Mercury | Montego | Inner | — |
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