Replacing Tie Rod Dust Seal Boots

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Apr 29, 2014 | 07:16 AM

#101

faran

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Thanks so much JB, very good piece of advice, really appreciate it Sir

Jun 2, 2014 | 10:14 AM

#102

Splody

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Originally Posted by wunderbra

If it is the bellows, on the inner tie rod/steering rack, there is a stretchable one that is made in Australia, that does not require you to separate the tie rod end from the knuckle and remove the outer rod end.

I am going to be experimenting with making my own device to do this and will report back if the results are positive.

If you are referring to the little dust boot ( cup shaped) on the outer tie rod end, you will need to replace the end, which requires removal as TexasHonda described.

The outer boot is number 16, the inner bellows is number 11

Hello,

I really hope this thread isn't dead, but I'm looking for a replacement for the "bellows" for my 97 accord 4 cyl 2.2L. I'm pretty sure I need #12 and #11, for both front sides. Does anyone know of a good place to purchase those? I've found some pretty generic ones on Amazon, but I'm not sure if they're any good.

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Jun 2, 2014 | 10:59 AM

#103

TexasHonda

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Any Honda parts outlet; online or local can supply the OEM boots. I've found rubber products from Honda are superior to aftermarket and considering the fairly substantial effort to replace the dust boot, you want highest quality.

good luck

Jun 3, 2014 | 02:16 PM

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faran

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Originally Posted by TexasHonda

^This, +1.

For bellows, dealership is much cheaper compared to boots you'll find on amazon/ebay and all. Plus, size of the boot can be a real pain. If you get from dealership, it'll be an exact size. Ask me, how I know it?