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Old Jan 29, 2024 | 05:16 AM
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What's everyone using for tie rod ends?

I have read a few things about the Megan ones. ($100ish) set
Looks like OE Honda are about $70 (for 1)
Then Hard race $200 set

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Would the Megan or Hard Race DQ me from SCCA Street class as a "non-approved, performance part". I keep getting caught with details, I thought I could run AP2 wheels but because they are wider, I can not. It's ok to increase rim size by 1" but the section width needs to be the same. That's why I went back to AP1 wheels.

Again, my use is Street Class auto cross so I need to stay stock on most things. I think I am answering my own question. Think I am getting caught up on the fact that I like spherical bearings and upgrading parts as they need replacing. This whole "staying stock" thing is new territory for me.

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Old Jan 29, 2024 | 06:43 AM
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If your tie rod ends are worn out (are they?), then the factory replacement is the best choice.

Unless you have some specific reason, I wouldn't buy ones with adjustable studs.

If you're talking about the Megan or HR ones that are just OE replacements...there's nothing wrong with them. They're good OE replacements. But if a factory replacement part is available....never go aftermarket.
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Old Feb 1, 2024 | 04:35 AM
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Inner or outer? Also Honda doesn't make tie rod ends, or inners. Nothing wrong with Hard Race, I would gladly replace OEM suspension bushings, and ball joints with anything Hard Race with confidence.
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