Inner tie rod

[Pete]

I need to replace an inner tie rod. Should I do both sides and should I do the inners and outers at the same time?

[henrym3]

The inner part, I assume your talking about the part which connects to the end of the rack is not really a wear item and normally people only renew the outer track rod end. If an item like that need renewing the other will probably have done the same milage. I suppose it depends now deep your pockets are and how willing you are to renew something that isn't broke. I would renew both and call it preventive maintenance.

[Pete]

It was an advisory on the last MOT and I can feel some feedback in the steering when I go over sharp bumps, so I want it sorting.  I think the parts (inner and outer) work out at approx £30 a side and it'll need aligning after it's replaced, do I'm thinking to get both done in case the other side goes in 12months.

[Steamyrotter]

Always do both sides at same time.
Chances are the other will fail within a short time and you'd have to do it anyway!!

[Pete]

Yeah sod it, I'm going to do the inner and outers on both sides. It isn't worth the hassle and expense 12 months down the line.

Are MOOG parts ok?

[henrym3]

Must admit I looked on BMW parts list and seen the prices, hence  the how deep are your pockets ie over £100 A side. £30 inner and outer a side is good but never heard of MOOG.

[Pete]

I've ordered MOOG, they have very good reviews. Getting both sides done and all being well, they will far outlast my ownership of the car.  There are some (full assembly) at £10 a side! Thought I'd skip those.