Do Haffie steering link/tie rod ends have any "play"?

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audiocontr
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Do Haffie steering link/tie rod ends have any "play"?

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I had a little fun with ATV tires today, and notice movement on the driver side front with the tread, while nothing on the passenger. It appears the steering link/tie rod ball joints have some movement in them. They look wonderful, no tears, almost perfect, but still have some play in their movement. Is that normal?

If not, where can i source new ball joints?
1973 712m
1968 Haflinger
1965 Pathfinder
1978 GMC Palm Beach (Hey, its got 6 wheels!!)
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Re: Do Haffie steering link/tie rod ends have any "play"?

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Found a post from Jim that 74 mercedes sedans (and earlier) work.

like these??

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Set-of-2-Ti ... uS&vxp=mtr
1973 712m
1968 Haflinger
1965 Pathfinder
1978 GMC Palm Beach (Hey, its got 6 wheels!!)
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Re: Do Haffie steering link/tie rod ends have any "play"?

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They should have no slack in them. I recently replaced mine that I purchased from a VW independent parts seller - similar to what you linked. Also check the steering relay mounted on the front of the front diff - the bearing sleeve in them wears and this could be where the movement is rather than the steering rod ends.

Garry
1973 Haflinger AP700
1977 Landrover FC 101
2007 Range Rover Sport TDV6
1971 Jaguar Series 3 E-Type Conv
1957 Landrover 88" Station Wagon
1957 Landrover 88"
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