SKU: UMI6102
MPN: 6102
The UMI Performance Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve (MPN 6102) is a precision-engineered component designed for classic GM fullsize truck builders and restoration enthusiasts working on 1960–1964 models. This adjusting sleeve serves as the critical link between your tie rod ends, allowing you to dial in precise front-end alignment and toe-in geometry. Whether you're restoring an original truck or building a restomod with modern handling characteristics, this component is essential for achieving safe, predictable steering response and even tire wear.
Manufactured from aluminum and finished in durable black anodize, the tie rod end adjusting sleeve features a 5/8-18 female thread and a hex tube design that provides wrench engagement points for easy installation and adjustment. The hex-tube construction allows you to lock the sleeve in place while turning the tie rod ends independently, preventing unwanted rotation during alignment work. Aluminum construction keeps unsprung weight low while maintaining rigidity—a crucial consideration when fine-tuning front-end geometry on vintage trucks where factory tolerances may have shifted over decades. The black anodized finish resists corrosion and maintains a clean, period-appropriate appearance in engine bays and under-carriage applications.
Mechanics and builders working on 1960–1964 GM fullsize trucks—including C10, Blazer, and Suburban platforms—rely on this sleeve to achieve proper toe alignment without fabrication or modification. The pair configuration ensures you have both sides for complete front-end geometry correction. Installation is straightforward: remove the factory steering linkage, thread the adjusting sleeve onto each tie rod end using the 5/8-18 female thread, and use the hex flats to lock and adjust. This product is particularly valuable for trucks receiving modern suspensions, power steering conversions, or simply needing precision steering correction after wear, making it an indispensable part of any serious restoration or upgrade project.
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