Tie rods on aging BMWs should be replaced to avoid failure and to make your alignment guy happy. There is nothing more upsetting for an alignment tech than a seized tie rod.
Get rid of the rubber coupler and go all out with Condor's lightweight Chrome Moly Low-Profile, Needle Bearing Universal Joint. This Universal Joint has a reduced diameter for applications where clearance and weight are primary concerns. The stock rubber steering coupler is known to degrade over time, resulting in a vague and disconnected steering feeling. You'll immediately notice an increase in precision and get sharper steering response. Simplify the steering shaft in your e46 using Condor's bolt-in u-joint. Fitment: E46 - 323Ci, 323i, 325Ci, 325i, 328Ci, 328i, 330Ci, 330i & M3. *This is a performance part and should be installed by a professional. For race use only. Inspect before each race weekend.
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