How to Replace Tie Rods Chevy Silverado & GMC Sierra (Inner and Outer Tie Rod Ends))

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How to Replace Tie Rods Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra 2001-2010. Chevy Avalanche Inner and Outer Tie Rod End Replacement without affecting alignment. Step by Step Replacement of Tie Rods.
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@aarongilkey8077 Ай бұрын

sir this was the best video on the subject. thank you. absolutely perfect. tools used, socket sizes, measurements, no filler or unrelated footage, great editing. thank you sir.

@TralfazConstruction 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for clearly demonstrating the procedure.

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for the support🙂

@oodrcustoms3598 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I’ve used KZfaq videos for almost all of my part changes. This is by far the best one, I like how you showed alternatives to using the tie rod tool. Clear, and aesthetically pleasing.

@motzartiana 2 жыл бұрын

Most people take the outer off first but I like the idea of removing it as a unit so I can be sure of the length !! Watching this vid reassured me that I can keep as a unit ! Thanks !

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it can be done both ways but yea i try to remove it all together so i have a good measurement to go with before assembling new ones

@michaelwalcher8684 Жыл бұрын

By far the best explanation and easiest procedure video out of them all. 😊

@raymoreno2137 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I've looked at several videos before this one and this is the one I'm using to do it myself. I liked the easy pace of instruction. Thanks

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 hopefully everything goes smoothly..good luck🙂

@trevorferguson8271 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, straight to the point. Mine needs to be done and was going to take to the shop, I’m now gonna do it my self. Thank you sir.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 so glad to be able to help..hope all goes well

@billmasters9488 2 жыл бұрын

Another one! I'm finding more great auto work video creators nowadays. Perfect video, keep em coming 👍

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 really appreciate it

@christopherwietrick7911 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, very clear and easy to follow. Much appreciated! Thank You.

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 Greatly appreciate the support

@nathanvega6281 Жыл бұрын

Very informative and the instructions are very easy to follow.

@markprude4658 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I have ever seen . The way u explain is magic

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 i really appreciate it

@eugenemills8492 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, good video man ! I’m replacing my inner / outer and this was very helpful .

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@jameswebb3932 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I have to remove my inner and outer tie rod as a unit and your step by step instructions and excellent description made it very clear. Thank you sir.

@backyardchevy328 Жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@frankbarone4065 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear and easy demonstration, thanks now I feel confident to do the job tomorrow

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

thank you🙂...hopefully everything goes smoothly..good luck

@wadeshull8227 7 ай бұрын

This is the best video out there...Brilliant keeping them together....I only have one thing to add beings the front end parts are super light weight on these trucks....replace all the ball joints as well....Quality parts dont come on brand new trucks anymore

@tongyong007 Жыл бұрын

Just like you said. Helpful and Informative. Very on both. Great job. 👍

@aircraftmech.312 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate a good instructional video with out the extra unnecessary commentary!

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@jesusvillanueva9369 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I was nervous about doing it myself so I was gonna take it to our mechanic but this video gave me the confidence to do it myself! Great video!

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome...so glad to be able to help save u some money🙂...thank you for the support

@strangerdanger187 2 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 you saved another one time and money! Thanks man! Your video was extremely helpful!

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

@@strangerdanger187 thank you🙂

@itsraheem 2 жыл бұрын

listen you are a life saver, Chevy uses two different types of outer Tie rods for this our year make and model. I had to slow your video and look at the model number for the outer tie rod and source one out at my local Oriellys. I will have a new video coming out pretty soon.

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 glad to be able to help👍

@TheSheldon19 9 ай бұрын

Doing this job this weekend great video and informational 👍

@simtrafox 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I have been doing this so wrong in the past. Now I get to replace them this weekend.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thats great🙂👍 hope everything goes smoothly when replacing em

@PaulRevere886 7 ай бұрын

very helpful and informing thank you Backyard Chevy!

@rickvillarreal9914 Жыл бұрын

I like the way you Instructed everything to that T

@samestep7669 Ай бұрын

Good job !smartest way ive seen it done

@thesenewythandlessuck Жыл бұрын

Well done, thank you for uploading this!

@brockdavidson2130 3 жыл бұрын

Informative and to the point. Wanted to just get a refresher before I go into it, didn't do that measuring trick last time and will this time.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@brockdavidson2130 3 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 no no, thank you sir!

@johnnyaguinaga8661 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative about which tools I’ll need & pretty much step by side Thanks

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@jstroner 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and thank you for posting. I feel confident now.

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 thats great!

@kalebw3063 10 ай бұрын

Great video man 👍

@kylealan3381 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was straightforward .

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@TrainerTakumi 3 жыл бұрын

excellent. looks pretty straight forward.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@brettlarson7379 4 ай бұрын

Good video, man! Thank you!

@cma3436 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thank you

@HaRLeYDvDsN1215 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video man!

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 i really appreciate it

@Toedco1366 8 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks!!

@larrybertgin4672 9 ай бұрын

Love it, thank you!

@fillupbanks7885 Жыл бұрын

Really, Really Good video!!

@skater123985 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial! Thanks for helping. I'm going to change mine right now!

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 thats great..hopefully all goes well🙂

@nickb.6884 Жыл бұрын

Great video my friend. You saved me $1100

@IoannisLeckas 22 күн бұрын

Bro hell yes thank you so perfect

@EddyDean Жыл бұрын

Great instructional video! Question, what is the best type of lube to use in the joint? Red? Or what? Thanks in advance!

@robertornberg6777 Жыл бұрын

¡Que bueno mi chingon! Gracias

@anthonypena1610 2 жыл бұрын

Great video I subscribed

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 i really appreciate it

@jameskeller8480 Жыл бұрын

good video buddy.

@shanecooper5273 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I need to change mine.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@nitrozack3062 3 жыл бұрын

Good video buddy thank you

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@Erikisat Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@user-rj4zy6vu9g 2 ай бұрын

Great video the instruction was very clear. I did mine successfully, which means even a caveman could do it.

@vancepass7403 3 жыл бұрын

BADASS☆☆☆☆ do more please

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@l3ossedits809 2 жыл бұрын

Good job brother

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@kilosedwards 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support

@Nolepower 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man. I need to replace mines asap.

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂 hopefully it makes it easier to do

@Nolepower 2 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 yes sirrr..

@m3fanatic118 2 жыл бұрын

thank you very much!

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support🙂

@sandymilne224 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I would have liked it if you had mentioned a few comments about the right-side same operation. Is there any differences side-to-side? Are the threads on the other side the same or reversed? Are the outer tie rod ends reversible side-to-side? I’m guessing it’s important to get a wheel alignment at the end of the process?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

You make very good points..i should of done that..thank you that will be helpful in my future videos...and the tie rods can go on either side same with the inners so yes they're reversible and the threads are same direction so you turn them the same direction to get em off...and yes even though it gets us close to the adjustment on the tie rods it had, its still always best to align the truck after

@michaelmohan8172 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Your CV axle has seen better days though. Also seal leak looks like

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Yea it was replaced after i noticed it while doing this video

@Raidernation2024 3 жыл бұрын

thanks totally saved my ass

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to be able to help🙂

@EffectiveLivingForToday 8 ай бұрын

TY!!!!!!!~!!!!!!!!

@fredrosberg4591 3 жыл бұрын

Well done ,very easy to understand, thank you

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙂

@ryancee217 5 ай бұрын

Awesome video man! What kind of grease is that?

@cityduke505 5 ай бұрын

Whats the difference in inner tie rods? 18mm vs 22mm? I need to replace mine but I'm not understanding the difference or which to get. 2002 gmc sierra 2wd 4.8...

@coffeedollsvp 6 ай бұрын

What do u do if u just raised it 3 inches?...should tie rod match same length as old tie rod that was stock?

@Mahkwa 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my man, I appreciate this. Saved me so much grief

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to be able to help🙂 thank you

@Mahkwa 2 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 I'm really enjoying the channel so far. Haven't gotten into too much, but your videos show so much that other KZfaqrs do not; like exactly how to do the task step by step with a down to Earth explanation. You are a fantastic mechanic and KZfaqr. I look forward to watching your videos. Thank you again!

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

@@Mahkwa thank you, i really appreciate..really means a lot🙂

@chrizflorez2425 Жыл бұрын

If my 06 Silverado has coil suspension in the front, is it the same process?

@raphaelbelton7647 5 ай бұрын

Will this work in a Silverado 1500 hd 6.0

@---vm4yj 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be the same process for a 2003 GMC Savana? With a V6 Vortec engine? Thanks

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yes the procedure would be similar

@titanhauls2772 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to use Mevotech HEAVY duty parts for a Chevy 1500 those work? Thanks man.

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Yea they should be good parts..either that or the moog are my favorites

@alexowen9431 2 жыл бұрын

I know I’m going to need an alignment when I replace mine on my 04 Suburban but you mentioned the length from the center of the outer to the pice before the threads on the inner being 15 1/4 inches. Is that pretty close to being decently aligned? I only ask because there’s no point in matching the measurements on my old ones seeing that my alignment is horribly off.

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Well every vehicle is gonna be different based on previous alignments..u can kinda put it to specs u have and try to get the adjustments as straight as possible for meantime if theyre that far off

@Navajowelder505 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I bought Napa chasis brand and the inner rod well not screw in. Threads are not the same. Now I have to take them back. Different brand or the way they fab the threads is off.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yea i wonder if maybe they gave u wrong part number or if there was some manufacturing issue.

@santanamargiela 3 жыл бұрын

I was told by a mechanic need to replace this. This looks easier that I thought. I can only imagine what they would charge In the shops

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yea its not too bad...once u separate the tie rod from the knuckle its easier from there on.

@kylealan3381 3 жыл бұрын

Haha tires plus told me it’ll be close to a thousand for both inner and outer tie rods on both sides .

@nickblackwell920 2 жыл бұрын

I got 04 Chevy silverado 1500 z71 5.3 4x4 v8 vin letter T .need the right part number .had alignment done but toe is pushed to far out .so inner tierod is wrong or inner .please help need vehicle to get back forth to work..

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Do u know if u have rack and pinion steering or the gear box steering..the lart numbers depend on what type of steering system u have...but if u have gear box steering itll be es3493 for outer tie rod..and es3488 for inner

@uscstaylor Жыл бұрын

Nice Video now fix the Outer Axle Boot

@rogermerritt6470 2 жыл бұрын

I ordered a set of tie rods on Ebay. I noticed the outer tie rod did not have a zert fitting for adding grease. Should I trust it?

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Well some tie rods come sealed and pregreased and yes they work fine like that as well

@ocielgarcia479 3 жыл бұрын

So my tire its eating or whatever you calli it more from the inside , a mechanic said it was the tie rod, will this solve the problem?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

If ur tie rod is bad then yes that would cause ur tire to wear on inner edge because the tire will kinda point outward at the front..but yes youll definitely wanna do the alignment afterwards

@glawson7457 2 жыл бұрын

I took my truck to pepboys and once they told me the cost... Mayne your video makes it looks so easy may just try myself

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

If u do...hopefully all goes well, good luck🙂👍

@glawson7457 2 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 looks pretty simple and down to the point lol I'll let u know how it goes lol

@LJimenez0185 3 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to buy the inners for my 99 Silverado but I saw two different sizes, 18” and 22 is there any difference between these two?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Well its 2 different thread sizes that thread into the steering rack..they make an 18mm thread and a thicker 22mm thread size

@LJimenez0185 3 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 thanks for the info!!

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

@@LJimenez0185 anytime🙂

@dantheisen1227 5 ай бұрын

Is this the same or similar for the 2014-2018 generation?

@chriscaudle8299 3 жыл бұрын

What were the part numbers for the tie rod you used?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

The inner tie rod was es3488 and outer es3493...i also added the links in the description

@ziauddin7948 10 ай бұрын

good outer & inner tie rid replacement #👍 🇵🇰 but before opening the outer tie rod measure & mark the jam nut position & then measure & mark on the new outer tie rod & rotate the outer tie rod on inner tie rid till the marked position of nut reach # 🇵🇰

@MrDaniel030 3 жыл бұрын

I’m replacing mine soon and don’t know anything about tie rods. So all I need is the inner and outer for a complete repair?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the remaining piece in the middle is the rack and pinion steering unit

@MrDaniel030 3 жыл бұрын

Backyard Chevy right on. Thank you

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDaniel030 anytime

@joshuadodson2757 3 жыл бұрын

I dont have a grease gun any alternatives?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

none that ive ever tried unfortunately

@itsreallycarlos 3 жыл бұрын

where can i buy the inner and outer rods for a 2000 chevy silverado ???

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

I got those at O'Reilly's auto parts, but im sure most any local auto parts store or even amazon will carry some

@sean.g4516 2 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 an they are both moog correct? Getting a set Friday after work along with a new steering gear box

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

@@sean.g4516 the inners were moog..the outers I wanted moog as well but they werent in stock

@gerrygalvan7313 4 жыл бұрын

Were you not able to put grease on the inner tie rod?

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Those come prepacked with grease under the boot, the one i got is a non greaseable type.

@gerrygalvan7313 4 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 it should have the grease nipple where you connected it. I can't send the pic here

@TicoTimeCR 4 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 The grease nipple for the inner tie rod is on the swaybar. Better hit it up quick or you'll be replacing it again.

@yourgodsisspeakingtoyouher4284 10 ай бұрын

Boy. Mine are so tight if I used my adjustable (Cresent) wrench backwards like in your video is surely break mine.

@DUKECITYMIKE505 2 жыл бұрын

Is this truck 2wd? Great video

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Its a 4wd....thank you🙂

@jokrazy2002 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of grease and grease gun ?

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Basically any grease rated GC-LB would be appropriate for greasing it and they sell em in tubes for the grease gun..the one i have in grease gun at the moment is just wheel bearing and chassis grease..and i like the pistol grease gun makes greasing the fittings pretty easy.

@liljuanito123 3 жыл бұрын

Do I need an alignment after this?

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, its always best to get an alignment afterwards

@liljuanito123 3 жыл бұрын

@@backyardchevy328 thanks for the reply!

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

@@liljuanito123 glad to be able to help...thank you for the support🙂

@ryanprenn2944 3 жыл бұрын

What year is the truck

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

2003

@sparkie1959 3 жыл бұрын

nice job but you need a cv boot:):)

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you....lol yea its already been replaced

@Alejandra-cv7rj Жыл бұрын

Instead of measuring it with a ruler I just a marker and measure the thread

@jdubbfam37 5 ай бұрын

I appreceate the information but when you tighten the locking nut your realy should have two wrenched you dont want to damage or bend the spindle bolt . I know its touchy but better safe thanks sorry I mean your are reolac8ng it for a reason .

@StlMar314 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you changed that CV AXLE

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Yea it was changed shortly after

@wesscudder7583 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like you're in need of a new CV boot.

@backyardchevy328 4 жыл бұрын

Lol yea that was replaced shortly after

@jonpineda4998 2 жыл бұрын

Will these part fit a 2wd?

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

Do u know if it has rack and pinion steering? If it does it wont..if it has the gearbox style it will

@MrShitrope 3 ай бұрын

better replace that cv axle next

@rkbuttonindrydenont 3 жыл бұрын

CV boot needs replacing! Or change complete axle. Aftermarket parts are not too expensive.

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, its been replaced a while ago

@fngod2459 Жыл бұрын

Why’d u feel up the rod lol

@jack0903 11 ай бұрын

Far easier then FORDS.

@4k_shotz505 2 жыл бұрын

Yo I thought the inners were gonna be pretty big but to my surprise, they are pretty small lol

@backyardchevy328 2 жыл бұрын

lol yea, depends on vehicle on some they can be.

@jasonlawrence3098 3 жыл бұрын

Never greased inner tie rod!!??

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

The inner one came pregreased and sealed..when theyre greaseable they come with a zerk fitting on em or needing to be installed

@brianmccarthy9855 3 жыл бұрын

Firestone quoted me $830 to do this lol

@backyardchevy328 3 жыл бұрын

Wow lol hope that was at least including some quality replacement parts lol..even at that theyre about 200 plus labor 2-3 hours max which i guess theyre charging at 200 dollars an hour lol plus alignment at end

@---vm4yj 3 жыл бұрын

Me too 925$ after tax😄😄😄😄

@ocielgarcia479 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao my mechanic said “ 950 with the cheap parts” dnt want to know how much with the expensive ones 😂😂