Outer Tie Rod End 1971-96 GM Truck

The PROFORGED Outer Tie Rod End for 1971–96 GM Truck (part number 104-10362) is a greasable, OE-style replacement component engineered to restore precise steering geometry on full-size General Motors trucks, SUVs, and vans. This male-threaded tie rod end maintains factory steering response and alignment specifications, making it a direct substitute for worn original equipment without modification.

The greasable design allows for periodic lubrication, extending service life by reducing wear on the ball joint. Steel construction with black paint finish provides corrosion resistance suitable for both street and off-road conditions. At 1.65 lbs, the component integrates seamlessly into existing suspension assemblies without adding measurable weight. The compact profile (3.8 x 2.2 x 13.6 inches) ensures straightforward installation within standard tie-rod clearance envelopes. Proper tie rod end geometry is critical to maintaining wheel alignment, reducing tire wear, and preserving steering feel—especially on older truck platforms where worn linkage compounds over time.

This outer tie rod end is essential for owners maintaining classic and vintage GM full-size trucks from the 1971–1996 era. Whether addressing play in the steering column, replacing worn suspension components during a frame-off restoration, or upgrading aging linkage on a daily-driver truck, this PROFORGED unit delivers OE-specification fitment without the premium price of original Chevrolet or GMC parts. Serious truck builders and weekend mechanics rely on greasable tie rod ends because they support repeated disassembly and adjustment during suspension tuning and alignment work—a practical advantage over sealed designs.

PROFORGED specializes in reproduction steering and suspension components for American trucks spanning multiple decades. This tie rod end fits within a broader ecosystem of suspension replacement parts needed to restore original handling characteristics on aging platforms. Buyers typically pair this component with inner tie rod ends, idler arms, and pitman arms to address the full wear pattern found in aged steering systems.

SKU PFG104-10362 is the definitive identifier for this specific assembly, ensuring correct fitment across model years 1971–1996 for full-size GM trucks and related commercial vehicle platforms.