Delphi TA5598 Steering Tie Rod End - Right

OE-Style Steering Tie Rod End

Delphi TA5598 is a right-side steering tie rod end built as a standard replacement for OE-style steering service. It is a straight, steel-bodied tie rod end with a pre-greased design, grease fitting, dust boot, and mounting hardware included for a complete steering repair.

Fits 1980-1986 Ford F-150, right; Fits 1980-1986 Ford F-250, right; Fits 1980-1986 Ford F-350, right. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3176R for the same application.

Key Features

• Delphi TA5598 steering tie rod end for the right side
• Straight design with male/male ends
• Steel housing, steel bearing material, and steel tie rod material
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) material
• Coated black finish for added corrosion resistance
• Standard replacement part grade
• Mounting hardware included

Detailed Description

Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to its steering portfolio so the aftermarket part matches the original application as closely as possible. TA5598 is engineered for right-side steering service on Ford F-150, Ford F-250, and Ford F-350 applications listed above, making it a direct choice for restoring steering linkage geometry and road feel on these trucks.

Built with a steel housing and steel internal bearing material, this tie rod end uses clockwise threads on both ends, a threaded stud type, and a greaseable design for serviceability. The black coated finish, TPU dust boot, and pre-greased construction support long-term steering system maintenance in demanding driving conditions. Delphi TA5598 is also referenced by OE numbers F1HZ-3A130A, F1HZ-3A130B, and F3HZ-3A130B.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or wandering steering on the right side
• Clunking or play in the steering linkage
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering components
• Steering response that feels delayed or imprecise
• Visible wear at the tie rod end dust boot or joint

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify right-side placement, thread direction, and thread size before installation. TA5598 uses a 1.125-inch end 1 thread diameter and a 0.875-inch end 2 thread diameter, so matching the existing steering linkage dimensions is important for proper fitment. After installation, have the front end inspected and aligned to confirm steering wheel centering and toe settings.

Quality Assurance

Delphi tests steering components across extreme temperature ranges below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, and subjects parts to 720 hours of salt spray exposure to evaluate durability. This OE-focused testing approach supports consistent performance for Ford F-150, Ford F-250, and Ford F-350 steering repairs using Delphi TA5598.