Steering Other Steering Other
Fits MAZDA RX-8 (SE, FE) 1.3 (FE103, SE3P)
(2003)

External Thread Size M12 x 1,25
Internal Thread Size M14 x 1,5
Weight 0.001 kg
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left
Length 183 mm
Thickness 79 mm
Spanner Size 19
Paired article numbers ADM58744
Function Tie Rod End
Additional Information 2 with crown nut
Type Tie Rod End
Replaces ADM58743C

Additional Information

General Information

These products are designed to be used as originally intended and not modified for purpose. Please ensure the products are installed by a competent individual. N.B. products are usually supplied without fitting instructions.

Blue Print ADM58743 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£24.29
Quantity:
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Right
Length 183 mm
Thickness 79 mm
Spanner Size 19
Paired article numbers ADM58743
Function Tie Rod End
External Thread Size M12 x 1,25
Additional Information 2 with crown nut
Type Tie Rod End
Internal Thread Size M14 x 1,5
Weight 0.570 kg
Replaces ADM58744C

Additional Information

General Information

These products are designed to be used as originally intended and not modified for purpose. Please ensure the products are installed by a competent individual. N.B. products are usually supplied without fitting instructions.

Blue Print ADM58744 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£24.29
Quantity:
Part number: ADM58771
Length 252 mm
Weight 0.450 kg
Function Inner Tie Rod
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left, Front Axle Right
Type Inner Tie Rod
Additional Information with counter nut
External Thread Size M14 x 1,5, M16 x 1,5

Additional Information

General Information

These products are designed to be used as originally intended and not modified for purpose. Please ensure the products are installed by a competent individual. N.B. products are usually supplied without fitting instructions.

Blue Print ADM58771 Inner Rack End
ONLY
£21.70
Quantity:
This part is listed as correct for your however this is subject to the 'Important Compatibility Info'
Fitting Position: Front Axle Left; Fitting Position: Outer
Thread Measurement 1 M14x1.5
Thread Type with internal thread
Function Tie Rod End
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left, outer
Type Tie Rod End
Paired article numbers FTR5350
Borg & Beck BTR5349 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£32.51
Quantity:
This part is listed as correct for your however this is subject to the 'Important Compatibility Info'
Fitting Position: Front Axle Right; Fitting Position: Outer
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Right, outer
Thread Measurement 1 M14x1.5
Thread Type with internal thread
Function Tie Rod End
Type Tie Rod End
Paired article numbers FTR5349
Borg & Beck BTR5350 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£32.51
Quantity:
Part number: BTR5404
This part is listed as correct for your however this is subject to the 'Important Compatibility Info'
Fitting Position: Front Axle Left; Fitting Position: Front Axle Right
Axle Joint Thread Type with right-hand thread, with external thread
Thread Measurement 2 M14X1.5
Length 250 mm
Thread Measurement 1 M16X1.5
Function Inner Tie Rod
Axle Joint Length 250 mm
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left, Front Axle Right
Type Inner Tie Rod
Borg & Beck BTR5404 Inner Rack End
ONLY
£25.58
Quantity:
Part number: 42460
External Thread Size M12 x 1,25
Internal Thread Size M14 x 1,5
Thickness 79 mm
Spanner Size 19
Function Tie Rod End
Paired article numbers 42461
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left
Length 183 mm
Weight 0.58 kg
Extra Description ProKit
Type Tie Rod End
Additional Information 2 with crown nut

Additional Information

General Information

These products are designed to be used as originally intended and not modified for purpose. Please ensure the products are installed by a competent individual. N.B. products are usually supplied without fitting instructions.

Febi 42460 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£24.29
Quantity:
Part number: 45503
This part is not listed as a fit for your vehicle!
Additional Information 2 with switch
Weight 0.605 kg
Number of Connectors / Ports 7
Function Steering Lock
Lock System without lock barrel
Type Steering Lock

Additional Information

General Information

These products are designed to be used as originally intended and not modified for purpose. Please ensure the products are installed by a competent individual. N.B. products are usually supplied without fitting instructions.

Febi 45503 Steering Lock
ONLY
£122.41
Quantity:
This part is listed as correct for your however this is subject to the 'Important Compatibility Info'
Fitting Position: Front Axle Left; Fitting Position: Outer
Thread Measurement 1 M14x1.5
Thread Type with internal thread
Function Tie Rod End
Type Tie Rod End
Paired article numbers FTR5350
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Left, outer
First Line FTR5349 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£30.49
Quantity:
This part is listed as correct for your however this is subject to the 'Important Compatibility Info'
Fitting Position: Front Axle Right; Fitting Position: Outer
Thread Measurement 1 M14x1.5
Thread Type with internal thread
Function Tie Rod End
Type Tie Rod End
Paired article numbers FTR5349
Placement on Vehicle Front Axle Right, outer
First Line FTR5350 Tie / Track Rod End
ONLY
£32.51
Quantity:

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Steering Other

What is a steering tie rod and tie rod end?

Steering tie rods and tie rod ends are part of the steering rack system. As the wheel moves up and down over uneven road surfaces the articulated joint in the rod allows that movement so that the rod does not become damaged.

The tie rod end is fitted to the end of the tie rod. The tie rod end provides 2 main functions. It provides adjustment to the wheel being steered so that its track or direction of the wheel can be aligned. The ball joint end of the tie rod end provide articulation so when the wheel is being steered it can move accordingly.

These parts are available in different sets as follows:

  • Single tie rod

  • Single tie rod end

  • Single tie rod and tie end kit

  • Single tie rod and tie end kit with boot kit


How do I choose the correct tie rods and tie rod ends?

Some vehicle manufacturers use different companies (brands) to manufacture the steering system for their vehicles. If this is the case the replacement tie rods and tie rod ends need to match the brand of the steering system.

There can be other factors to note when looking for replacement steering system parts which are listed below:

  • Electric or hydraulic steering gear

  • Length of the rod or diameter of the ball cone mount on the tie end

  • Manufacturer of the steering rack (i.e. TRW, ZF etc)
  • If you need the left hand or right hand side

  • Vehicle manufacture date (this is not the date the vehicle was registered but the date it was made

  • VIN (chassis number) sequence (up to or after as specific number/letter


What brand of tie rods and tie rod ends should I choose?

There are many aftermarket makers of steering tie rods and tie rod ends so the choice of which brand to order can be tricky. Budget is often one of the main criteria when choosing replacement parts. Brands such as Apec, Blue Print, Febi and FAG offer long warranties and offer parts at a low price point too. These brands and others like them that offer long warranties means you can be confident in their parts and not spend a small fortune either.


How can I tell my tie rods or tie rod end need replacing?

The steering system is safety critical and is tested as part of the UK MOT. These parts work under stress and are situated in an exposed part of the vehicle. Time, damage and wear and tear will cause these parts to fail.

We would always recommend that you have your vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic if you have any safety or performance concerns with your steering system.

Here are some of the symptoms of failing tie rods and tie rod ends:

  • Creaking or some other abnormal sound when steering

  • Tyres are wearing unevenly

  • The vehicle pulls to one side. It's hard to maintain a straight line

  • Vibration while driving more pronounced through the steering wheel

  • Steering feels loose or is not responsive

  • The rubber cover on the tie rod end is split


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