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32-55 original style 1/2 and 3/4 tie-rod ends

Does anyone know if there is a parts vendor that sells the original-style tie-rod ends for a 47-55 1/2 (and 3/4 ton) GM ton trucks?

One of my 1954 1/2 ton trucks has the original adjustable-style ends on both ends of the tie rod. Another 54 1/2 ton had the newer non-adjustable replacement-style ends on both ends of the tie rod. The 54 1/2 ton I am now restoring has an adjustable end on one end (right) and a non-adjustable end on the drag-link side of the tie rod (left).

The 1954 Truck Shop Manual states that the same adjustable style end is used on both ends of the tie rod.

I know that the drag-link changed for 53-55, from an adjustable-ends drag link to a non-adjustable sealed-ends drag link.

My question is in regards to the adjustable tie-rod ends. Does anyone know a vendor that sells those ends (I can find the rebuild kit). The vendors I have checked with (American Classic, Jim Carter, Chevs of the 40s, and Classic Parts (Chevy Duty)) do not sell original-style tie rod ends (and, some incorectly state that the older- adjustable-end on the left was used though 1952 and that the newer non-adjustable end was used from 53 onwards).

Please do not advise me to use the new ends - I am looking for a source for old/original-style adjustable tie-rod ends (GM group number 6.233, marked left or right, 1932 to 1955-1st, either the housings or the full assemblies).

If I cannot find new ends, I'll soon post a Want Ad for used ends in the Swap Meet.

Possible solution, not cheap http://frugalmechanic.com/auto-part/rare-parts-25128--new-rare-parts-inc-25128-tie-rod-end

Mike,

That's it for the right side. The left side (driver's side) is different (and, as you might have guessed, is the one I need). The sides are threaded differently, so that the toe-in can be adjusted more easily. I'll check to see if they have the other side.

Thank you very much.

Tim,
Went to O'Reilly's site from the link shown above and ran a search on tie rod end, picked make-model-year, and it showed the left outer tie rod end. Not knowing what I was looking at it may not be right, but there was something there.
Mike

They have the left also, should be part # 25129.

Thanks, Mike

I just now found it (while you were posting your reply).

NAPA has both ends for @$99.49 (before discount)

Thanks - I used the part number you found.