
The track rod—also known as the tie rod—is a crucial steering linkage component connecting the steering rack to the wheel hub, transferring your steering input precisely to the wheels.
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
- Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
- Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
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What This Product Does:
- Transmit Steering Input - When you turn the steering wheel, the steering rack moves. The track rod carries that motion to the wheel knuckle, causing the wheels to turn.
- Maintain Alignment & Geometry - It helps maintain front-end alignment (toe settings) so tires wear evenly and steering remains precise.
- Compensate for Suspension Movement - As the suspension moves up/down (bumps, cornering), the track rod must maintain its connection and angle without binding or excessive play.
- Absorb Minor Deflection - It must be stiff, but slightly forgiving to absorb small impacts or vibrations — not rigid.
- Excess play / looseness in steering — the steering wheel feels “loose” or delayed.
- Knock / clunk noises from front end during bumps or over uneven road surfaces.
- Uneven or accelerated tire wear, especially inner or outer edges.
- Steering pulling — the car tends to drift or pull to one side.
- Variable steering feel — sometimes stiff, sometimes loose — depending on direction or motion.
- Excessive vibration or shimmy in the front wheels.
- Safety & Control - A loose or failing track rod compromises steering precision. That can reduce driver control, especially at higher speeds — a serious safety hazard.
- Prevents Further Damage - A worn track rod transmits irregular forces to the steering rack, knuckles, and wheel bearings, accelerating wear on those components.
- Restores Alignment Integrity - A good track rod lets alignment settings (toe, camber) hold correctly; a bad one causes alignment to drift.
- Better Tire Life - Proper steering geometry means more even tire contact and less edge wear, saving you money on new tires.
- Drivability & Feel - Restoring tight, responsive steering ensures the car feels solid, controlled, and responsive — not vague.
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
- Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
- Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87