TRE stuck in draglink

[MTBLAZER89]

Trying to adjust my draglink and the TRE on one end is stuck. Tried a pipe wrench and a crescent wrench...nothin.

Tips tricks ideas?

Don't want to mess up the TRE, but if I have to its the cheapest part I guess

 

[AKbigsub]

Loosen the clamps and spread the sleeve. If you use a pipe wrench, it will pinch the sleeve tighter and will not let it turn. Also, soak it with PB Blaster.

 

[UPS]

I put the pipe wrench on the sleeve so the adjustable jaw is on the edge of the split. When you turn the pipe wrench it opens the sleeve a little, making it easy to turn.

I also use PB Blaster.

Mike

 

[MTBLAZER89]

Sorry i should have clarified. This is an aftermarket draglink for crossover. The threaded end won't budge to adjust it.

 

[AKbigsub]

Use a 3/4 in. box end wrench (or larger) and put it over the tie rod stud. Use it as leverage to turn the tie rod.

 

[cegusman]

I am having the same problem. Both ends are stuck. Going to try heating it up to see if it comes apart. Thing is I even used anti-seize so this wouldn't happen.

 

[454k30]

tricky thing with anti-seize is if you use the wrong one it can actually create corrosion due to the galvanic reaction between the dissimilar metals. Hit it with a lot of PB blaster, its great stuff. Then its just a matter of hitting, twisting, and heating the TRE until it busts loose. Good luck!

 

[MTBLAZER89]

Use a 3/4 in. box end wrench (or larger) and put it over the tie rod stud. Use it as leverage to turn the tie rod.

Is this ok for the joint? I have been trying to grab the body with a crescent wrench. It grips pretty good, but its gonna take some leverage.

 

[AKbigsub]

As long as you put steady pressure on it and not bang on it it should be fine.

Another option is to go to your local chain parts store and buy a tie rod socket. It is a huge socket with a large slot for the stud. You can get much better leverage with this tool than you can with the wrench.

 

[454k30]

I didnt even know they made such a thing! Sounds like a good thing to get on a loaner program.