Dubster, I tried to use that extra tie rod you had but I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Seriously, that damn rod end wouldn't budge! So I just used one of the unmolested castle nuts from it, affixed it to my "improved" tie rod, and I was on my way. I don't understand why you wouldn't let me spray WD-"30" all over your bling though. :bgwg: