Thread: Can't get Tie Rod End Off

Hammer to the side of the bit the taper of the tie rod goes in - smack it hard. I've had the most rusted old ones pop out after a few good whacks with a mash hammer.

Some of the arms have a rectangular pad when one should hit with a hammer. That will usually shock them free.

Or another variation of the above......... hold one hammer against the side, and hit the other side with another hammer.


Penetrating oil is usually very little help with tie rod ends, as its usually not rust holding it in.

Originally Posted by Rick1970

Or another variation of the above......... hold one hammer against the side, and hit the other side with another hammer.

And even another variation, if you're well coordinated, using two large hammers is to hit opposite sides simultaneously.

Trouble breaking taper or unwinding it off the rod?

Thanks for the replies guys but I I should have been clearer with my question.

I've got it off the car but the problem is I can't unwind it off the rod. I've got one side out ok.

Originally Posted by Battler

Thanks for the replies guys but I I should have been clearer with my question.



I've got it off the car but the problem is I can't unwind it off the rod. I've got one side out ok.

I'm assuming you are aware one side is left hand thread??

Still the hammer trick. Just don't hit too hard as you may distort the tube.