OEM-version tie rod end that threads onto the end of the steering rack. Worn tie rod ends can cause rapid tire wear and steering instability; the smallest amount of wear will cause excessive steering wheel play. Standard replacement rod end for the Classic Mini and MG Midgets (after 1972) with 1/2" UNF steering rack rod ends. Also fits MG1100/Austin America.

Good-quality aftermarket tie rod end to screw onto the threaded rods at the outer ends of the Classic Mini or MG Midget (1972-on) steering rack. Worn tie rod ends can cause rapid tire wear and steering instability. The smallest amount of wear will cause excessive steering wheel play. Standard length replacement steering tie rod ends for the Classic Mini and a few other steering racks. These tie rods fit racks with 1/2" UNF threads.

For quality OEM version, see GSJ612.

Extra-long tie rod end, for use when you have installed longer lower arms for negative camber, or when a Mk2 steering rack is installed in a Mk1. Do not risk running out of threads on these important steering components! These tie rods fit racks with 1/2" UNF threads which includes MG Midgets after 1972.

To check for wear, just jack up your car and grab the wheel on either side as if to attempt to steer the car. If the wheel rocks in and out as you attempt to make small quick steering direction changes, the rod ends are probably bad. If you look at the back of the wheel while a friend does this rocking motion you can typically see the bad rod end in action.