so, yes, you can replace just the tie rod, one side of the car at a time. one tie rod from a mb parts place such as fast lane one of the sponsers of this web site should be less than $50 i would think.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.