kevin8086

iTrader: (5)

Just bought some Tein Tie rods and would like to know if there is a special tool you need to replace the inner tie rods? i'm pretty good when it comes to wroking on cars but have not tried tie rods yet and i know sometimes you need specialty tools to remove components.

malchemy

There are technically no special tools required for replacement of tie rods but it can help to have a tie ro separator. This is for separating the outer tie rod from the rest of the suspension. You can rent a kit from most auto parts stores and some of them have special daily rent kits specifically for this part. I would recommend the separator because it makes things a lot easier. For the removal of the oem inner tie rods you will need to immobilize the steering rack. I use a vice that happens to work for the purpose. If you go this way make sure that it will fit and that you protect the rack from metal on metal abrasion.

malchemy

oh and I have done this on an Infiniti G35 not a z but all steps mentioned above apply to your model...