Re: [T3] Tie rod ends and ball joints

[Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 9 May 2005 at 9:32, Jim Showker wrote:

> Are tie rod ends and ball joints standard vw parts, like on a type 1?

They are standard type 3 parts. I think some of them are the same as some 
beetle parts.

> Are they different after the style change in '70?

No, but the tie rod ends did change around '66. The threaded stud got larger by 
2mm then.

> Is there a tool available to pop the tie rod ends loose or will a small
> bearing puller work?

Yes, use the special puller, check JC Whitney. That's where I bought mine, 30 
years ago.

> Is front and rear window rubber available that allows retention of the stock
> metal trim pieces?

Yes, just look for rubber that isn't referred to as "Cal Look." The quality is 
irregular.

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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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