Greenbomb Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 I have the motor out of my '50 Coupe and have noticed that the right side tie rod has a bend in it about 4" inboard of the inside of the right frame rail. It is bent toward the rear of the car as if it could have hit something while the car was moving forward. The tie rod doesn't look dinged up. The car drove pretty well and the tires seem to be wearing well. The manual doesn't have any pictures to reference. Does any one know if it's supposed to be bent or straight? Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptwothree Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 I looked at the one on my '51 just now, and it's straight as a cue stick...hope that helps.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alshere59 Posted January 6, 2013 Report Share Posted January 6, 2013 My 50 Ply is straight as well. I don't think tire wear would be an indicator as it could have been adjusted for toe in or out since then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenbomb Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Thanks for the info. I didn't think it should be bent. Oh, well, just one more thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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