ThaiCobra

Hey guys,

So my 2007 GT with 70k miles just went into the shop, and the guys said all my tire rods need to be replaced and an alignment needs to be done. They are quoting me about $800 for everything. Anyone had this done? That price sound right? Should I get aftermarket tire rods?

Thanks!

edwin108

Did they mean the tie rod ends? Rockauto sells Motorcraft inner tie rod ends for $43 and outer ones for $34. I would get a second opinion.

jz

I agree, get a second opinion. That price seems high to me. Figuring a front wheel alignment should run between $50-$70 (at least in my area), $700+ for parts and labor on the tie rod ends seems high.

Can you replace the tie rods yourself, and just take it somewhere to get aligned?

JJHoover

sounds like they are trying to rip you off

ThaiCobra

Thanks guys. It is a Ford dealer that is telling me this.

They said it is the inner and outer that need to be replaced on all 4 wheels.

edwin108

Rear tie rod ends?? These cars don't have four wheel steering

ThaiCobra

Okay, Thanks everyone!

So they called today. It is the inner and outer tire rod ends for the front of the vehicle only.

$700 includes the part swap and the alignment.

Too much? This is too high isn't it?

jz

I would say it still sounds a little high. Not as bad knowing that it's both inner and outer. Dealerships are always on the high side.

I'm assuming this is not work you can do yourself? That would save the most money.

I'd still call a few local shops to compare pricing. Can't hurt.

JJHoover

yeah its to high. If you know someone who works on cars (assuming you cant do it yourself) pay him to do the install then just have it aligned somewhere.

cruisin5268d

Does that price include the lube for you, or are they just going to screw you without any?