{"product_id":"dorman-533-139-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front-left","title":"Dorman 533-139 Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve 533-139\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-139 is a steel steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve made for specific front-left steering applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a standard replacement for the original sleeve on select Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for steering linkage service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounterclockwise, left-hand thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine thread design with 1.125 in. thread diameter and 18 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale ends on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside diameter: 35 mm; length: 218.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1998-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front left, w\/Solid Tube Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1998-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front left, w\/Solid Tube Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve is used to connect and fine-tune the steering linkage length during alignment service. Dorman 533-139 is built as a direct replacement for the original sleeve on 1998-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1998-1999 Dodge Ram 3500 front-left applications with a solid tube axle. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products ES3498S for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper tie rod adjustment after steering service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn, rusted, or damaged adjusting sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting steering linkage play caused by sleeve wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting front-end alignment on Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing thread damage that prevents secure tie rod adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify left-hand thread orientation before installation, since this sleeve uses counterclockwise threading. Confirm the vehicle is a 1998-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 or Ram 3500, front left, with a solid tube axle, and match the thread diameter, pitch, and sleeve length to the original part before alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman tests this steering tie rod end adjusting sleeve as a standard replacement part for the listed applications. The design follows the original fit and function expected for steering linkage service on the specified Dodge Ram trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756094976181,"sku":"BKKY-533-139","price":51.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533139_Fro.jpg?v=1782974852","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-139-steering-tie-rod-end-adjusting-sleeve-front-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}