Dorman D1439RD Steering Tie Rod End - Front Right Outer

Dorman RD Steering Tie Rod End D1439RD

Dorman RD D1439RD is a steering tie rod end built for severe-duty service on select Ford trucks and SUVs. It is a front right outer, threaded replacement for the right-hand connecting tie rod on the Ford Excursion, F-250, F-250 Super Duty, and F-350 Super Duty.

The RD, or Rugged Duty, product line is engineered for demanding use where steering reliability matters under towing, hauling, and off-road conditions. This D1439RD tie rod end uses a steel housing with a coated finish for added corrosion resistance and includes a grease fitting and mounting hardware for service work.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman RD Rugged Duty
• Part number: D1439RD
• Front right outer steering tie rod end
• Threaded end-to-end design
• Steel housing with coated finish
• Grease fitting included
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement grade
• Black finish

Built for Severe-Duty Steering Service

Dorman RD chassis components are developed for vehicles that work hard every day, including heavy hauling, towing, off-road use, and emergency response duty. For applications such as the Ford Excursion and Ford F-250 Super Duty, D1439RD provides a direct replacement for the front right outer steering connection on specified models. The rugged-duty construction focuses on durability, corrosion resistance, and dependable steering response in demanding conditions.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products DS1439 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or worn steering feel at the front right outer linkage
• Steering play caused by a failed tie rod end
• Clunking or knocking from the steering linkage
• Corrosion-related wear on the steering connection
• Restoration of steering control on heavy-duty Ford applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front right outer; 2001-2004 Ford F-250, front right outer; 1999-2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front right outer; and 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front right outer. Verify the threaded connection, steering linkage orientation, and right-hand connecting tie rod application before installation. After replacement, have the steering system inspected and aligned as needed.

Quality Assurance

Dorman RD parts are engineered for severe-duty service and manufactured with quenched and tempered steel bearing housings and protective coatings to improve durability and corrosion resistance. D1439RD is built as a service replacement for specified Ford steering applications.