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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Static Drop Tie Rod End

10. After double-checking all fasteners, put the wheels back on and put the truck on the ground. Remember to torque the lug nuts. Take the truck around the block to settle the suspension. Upon your return, you will note the substantial toe-out in the front suspension. Loosen the jam nut and shorten the tie rod end. You can use a scratch awl or a marker to mark one of the wrench flats. This makes it easy to count the number of turns you put into it. This one took nine complete revolutions to get it close. Repeat on the other side and drive it to the alignment shop!
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Static Drop - Tahoe On The Down-Low

 10. After double-checking all fasteners, put the wheels back on and put the truck on the ground. Remember to torque the lug nuts. Take the truck around the block to settle the suspension. Upon your return, you will note the substantial toe-out in the front suspension. Loosen the jam nut and shorten the tie rod end. You can use a scratch awl or a marker to mark one of the wrench flats. This makes it easy to count the number of turns you put into it. This one took nine complete revolutions to get it close. Repeat on the other side and drive it to the alignment shop!  View Related Article

 

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