Bilstein shock installation question(front). (gen 2.5) Inner tie rod removal **********

[snakeyjake]

So now that I’ve revealed myself as a clueless desk jockey, do I even attempt the idler arm assembly? If so Perhaps a couple of time saving tips Like “turn the wheel dumba** upfront could be useful? Is removal as difficult?

 

[snakeyjake]

So I’m gonna go really basic for just a second.
i’m assuming I should install the shock (done) and get the tie rod in place as well? Then remove the four idle arm bolts attached to the frame and then remove the arm joint with with cotter pin? Of course I am particularly worried about this last part I mentioned.

 

[Oso]

I'd pull the idler arm first, and then remove the 4 bolts for the idler.

 

[snakeyjake]

same old problem

 

[snakeyjake]

Kind of like teaching a child to ride a bike the first time right? I actually got it. Just putting everything back together on this side moving over to the other tomorrow.

 

[snakeyjake]

Now that I've done the tie rods, shocks and idler arms I'm amazed at the difference in the ride quality. However I just was informed by the alignment shop that it needs a new “adjuster”. And they can’t find one. This is the piece that connects the inner outer tire rod assembly. No doubt some of my handiwork caused this. Any ideas on where to find one of these? Junkyards around here do not have any 2.5 Gen Montero’s lying around.

 

[Toasty]

Now that I've done the tie rods, shocks and idler arms I'm amazed at the difference in the ride quality. However I just was informed by the alignment shop that it needs a new “adjuster”. And they can’t find one. This is the piece that connects the inner outer tire rod assembly. No doubt some of my handiwork caused this. Any ideas on where to find one of these? Junkyards around here do not have any 2.5 Gen Montero’s lying around.

I have a few, PM me your address and i'll send one.