Steering rack, inner and outer tie rods done

Steering rack, inner and outer tie rods done - 8/2015

A few months back, I had a catastrophic event with the oil filter. I spent hours underneath the van degreasing everything. I wiped every place I saw a splatter of oil. But I noticed some oily dirt build up on the front right side boot. Instead of changing out just the tie rod, I decided to replace the whole thing. I fought the idea for awhile as I didn't want to spend that much, but it really came down to I have many new parts and the rebuilding process has been great for the van.
So I decided to finally replace the rack, both inner and outer tie rods for now. Sway bar endlinks and other parts are definitely down the line too.

I called Rack Doctor to make sure that the proper one was available, which it was and I ordered it, Should be in with a couple days. I also ordered it with the inner tie rods with boots attached.

I ordered it because this shop has a good reputation on the BMW forums as well as a few others. After looking over what was replaced, I was more than happy to get one.

http://shop.rackdoctor.net/1994-1996-Toyota-Previa-W-supercharger-Rack-And-Pinion-20995-526.htm?productId=938

Rack Doctor certified units have:

All new seals
All new O rings
All new Teflon rings
All units come complete with inner tie rods and boots
All units are bored and sleeved (where applicable)
All units Are 100 % hydraulically tested for quality assurance
All components used by Rack Doctor are original equipment or better quality
All units have a LIFETIME Warranty
Rack and pinion Core deposit refunds are issued within 72 hours of receipt of your old unit

Additionally, I decided to order new outer tie rods as well. I did this because I figure it is out of the van, mind as well replace them all together.

I ordered ACDelco outer tie rods.

ACDelco 45A0697
ACDelco 45A0698

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The install took some time and then the van needed to be aligned.

Afterwards, the front end felt better and is good to go.

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