{"product_id":"mevotech-mes455rl-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","title":"Mevotech MES455RL Steering Tie Rod End - Front Outer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMevotech Supreme Tie Rod End for Ford Pinto and Mercury Bobcat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mevotech MES455RL is a steering tie rod end built for the front outer position on select Ford Pinto and Mercury Bobcat applications. It is engineered in-house with application-specific upgrades for durability and consistent steering response in high-use passenger vehicles, SUVs, fleets, and working trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront outer steering tie rod end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale end 1 and male end 2 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and greaseable for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with natural rubber construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nuts and cotter pin included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack dust boot color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMevotech Supreme Parts are built with application-specific design updates to improve durability and performance in demanding steering systems. This MES455RL tie rod end is a direct-fit steering component for 1975-1980 Ford Pinto front outer and 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat front outer applications. It is also cross-referenced to Delphi TA5910 and MOOG Chassis Products ES455RL for the same application. The pre-greased, greaseable design with an included grease fitting supports routine maintenance, while the included natural rubber dust boot helps protect the joint from contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or wandering steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play at the front outer steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn steering joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the steering system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced steering precision on Ford Pinto and Mercury Bobcat models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1975-1980 Ford Pinto, front outer. Fits 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, front outer. Verify thread direction, stud engagement, and alignment settings before returning the vehicle to service. Because this part includes castle nuts and a cotter pin, confirm all fasteners are properly seated and torqued during installation. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to restore steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMevotech Supreme tie rod ends are engineered in-house with upgrades aimed at durability and performance for commercial and passenger use. The MES455RL is built for serviceable steering maintenance and is backed by Mevotech product engineering standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mevotech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52429126566069,"sku":"DKSW-MES455RL","price":38.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ME_MES455RL_Fro.jpg?v=1777837082","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mevotech-mes455rl-steering-tie-rod-end-front-outer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}