anyone have an issue with tie rods going constantly or the rack & pinion boot tearing & hearing a loud thumping noise when turning? thanks

 

never had a single problem with my 22"s matt. you looking to go bigger?

 

no...i've already replaced 2 tie rods in the past 4 years...and the driver side r&p boot is torn & slowly leaking fluid...gonna have to tear it down soon

 

bump....noone else w/ this issue?

 

I'm wondering if you've got some other problem, I bought my truck with 20's on it (275/55R20 tires) at 40,000 on the clock. Now at 157,000 and I've never replaced a tie rod. I don't know what that other problem could be, but I would start looking elsewhere first.

Good luck!

 

I see you did a ground force 2/3 drop. Probably a stupid ? but did you get it aligned after? or recently? The only reason to wear these items out is if the geometry is off. Also, what tie rods are you using? If basic stock switch to moog and you should be fine.

 

Are you one of those people who turn the steering wheel WITHOUT the vehicle moving? If so, that's hell on your steering components. That's a big in any of my vehicles. I cringe whenever I see people do that.

 

I have no issues. Had my 26" for 3 years now, just keep the geometry str8. I.e. Toe camber, get a front end alignment and tires aired up to specs. Tgereare camber kits u can buy if u have negative camber. I have a 3/5 drop on 26's which I turn into a 4/6 when going to shows n no issues

 

the 2/3 drop was done by the factory...they came on all the RST trucks...i've had the truck aligned

no lol i know what you're talking about...if you're just sitting still & you turn the wheels it loosens up your front end parts...i'm starting to think it could be the rack & pinion...i know the drivers side boot is leaking & i think it's ******* with my steering...

 

no issues on my 22s here but im only at like 70,000 miles