Top 9 Tie Rod Manufacturers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The steering link is a key part in driving. It connects the steering rack to the tip. The part is a steel bar with a pivot element and threaded connections. It is the hinge element that is the weakest part of the assembly. When driving on bad roads, as well as when moisture and dirt get into it, it undergoes accelerated wear, and a distinct knock appears in the steering gear. In this case, an urgent replacement is required, since the unit is directly related to driving safety. In order to choose a steering rod, it will be useful to get acquainted with the recommendations of our experts.

Recommendations for choosing a steering rod

Types of steering rods. Two types of rods can be used to repair the steering mechanism.

1. Original parts are of high quality, reliability and durability. It is customary to include in this category spare parts of those manufacturers who supply products to the conveyors of car factories. Some rods bear the name of the car brand, although they are made at a specialized enterprise. Due to the high price, new original parts are mainly supplied by owners of warranty vehicles. Often, car enthusiasts prefer to buy used parts from disassembly, than to install a new rod of an unknown manufacturer. But the durability of such a unit may be small.
2. Non-original tie rods amaze the imagination with a wide range of prices. In this case, the details can significantly differ in quality and durability. Both well-known brands and handicraft workshops are engaged in the production of such parts. The main advantage of non-original products is their affordable price.

Steering rack type. The choice of steering rod depends on the type of rack installed on the vehicle. Even on the same model, an automaker can install several different rails.

The easiest way is to select traction by VIN code. To do this, it is enough to enter a set of numbers and letters into the computer to get information about your car. Unfortunately, not all car manufacturers include steering rack data in the VIN code. Then you have to resort to visual inspection.

Sometimes, armed with a smartphone, it is enough to photograph the power steering reservoir so that the sales assistant can determine the type of steering rack and, accordingly, the thrust model. The most accurate and simple way would be to bring the old rod removed from the car to the store and pick up an exact copy.

How to determine the malfunction of the steering rod. The car uses many articulated joints that can make a knock when driving on rough roads. To make sure that the traction is worn out, you need to crawl under the car. A badly worn hinge is determined by longitudinal or lateral movement of the link by hand. Better yet, take the help of a friend, who will make sharp and short steering turns to the left and right. At this moment, it is enough to grasp the pull with your hand to feel the characteristic knocks.

We have selected the top 9 steering rod manufacturers for our review. All of them sell auto parts in Russia. When allocating seats, the opinion of the expert community and the reviews of domestic motorists were taken into account.

Top 9 Tie Rod Manufacturers

Nomination	a place	Manufacturer	rating
Top 9 Tie Rod Manufacturers	1	Lemforder	5.0
	2	MOOG	4.9
	3	TRW	4.8
	4	555	4.7
	5	QSTEN	4.6
	6	ZF PARTS	4.5
	7	CTR	4.4
	8	Optimal	4.3
	9	Febest	4.2

Lemforder

Rating: 5.0

Lemforder spare parts are legendary among Russian motorists. But even if we cut off the reviews of the extreme sense, then the German manufacturer deserves praise for its consistently high quality. Moreover, such parts as tie rods and tips in off-road conditions experience an increased load. But Lemforder successfully handles all the difficulties. Therefore, experts have awarded the German brand the title of the winner of our rating. Even the high price did not become a serious obstacle, since due to the durability, it is possible to save on the replacement of the part and the subsequent adjustment of the wheel alignment.

In addition to the cost, users are still worried about the problem of counterfeit. The manufacturer protects his products with special marking, and also indicates the address of the manufacturer.

Advantages

• high quality;
• reliability and durability;
• durability;
• protection against counterfeiting.

disadvantages

• high price.

MOOG

Rating: 4.9

The American company MOOG is considered one of the largest manufacturers of automotive components in the world. The concern includes 229 factories located on different continents. The manufacturer specializes in the production of parts and assemblies for the suspension and steering mechanism. The reliability of tie rods and ends has been proven many times in Nascar races. Experts put the brand in second place in our rating for a limited range of spare parts for European cars. But for American cars, picking up the steering link will not be difficult.

Domestic users in the reviews are surprised at the availability of MOOG spare parts for many VAZ models. At the same time, affordable prices and good quality can be added to the manufacturer's asset.

Advantages

• reasonable prices;
• good quality;
• durability;
• deliveries to GM and Ford.

disadvantages

• limited range.

TRW

Rating: 4.8

Another major German manufacturer of auto parts made it to the top three in our ranking. The TRW concern pays serious attention to the development and production of steering rods for cars and trucks. The experts drew attention to the company's ongoing investment in various research and development programs. This approach allows us to maintain our leading positions in the world. TRW steering rods are supplied to the conveyors of renowned automotive factories in Europe, where such qualities of parts as reliability and durability are valued.

The brand also has some drawbacks. First of all, users complain about counterfeiting, which requires careful study of the labeling when buying. The high price is also a limiting factor for many motorists.

Advantages

• high popularity;
• excellent performance properties;
• rich assortment;
• durability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• a lot of fakes.

555

Rating: 4.7

The 555 brand belongs to the Japanese concern Sankei Industry Co. Ltd. Experts draw attention to the fact that all production facilities are located in Japan. And tie rods made in China or Taiwan are counterfeit. The manufacturer's catalog includes steering parts, ball joints and levers. Spare parts are of high quality, most of the products remain on the domestic market. The brand stopped one step away from the pedestal of our rating due to the limited export volume.

To protect against counterfeiting, the company protects its products with a hologram. The sticker indicates the manufacturer, as well as the warranty period for the part. Domestic users are satisfied with the combination of price and quality. On the downside, they include an incomplete complete set of steering rods.

Advantages

• Japanese quality;
• counterfeit protection;
• reliability;
• durability.

disadvantages

• deficit in the Russian trade network;
• incomplete complete set.

QSTEN

Rating: 4.6

Another Japanese auto parts manufacturer has earned the attention of our experts. The QSTEN brand belongs to the large concern L-Trading, which supplies auto components to conveyors Toyota, Honda, Nissan. Therefore, the quality of spare parts in the secondary market is not inferior to the original. It is documented by international certificates. The company boasts a rich assortment of both tie rods and stabilizer struts.

Competent pricing policy also provided a worthy place in our rating for the brand. Russian motorists report this in the reviews. Unfortunately, when buying, you can run into a fake, so you should give preference to trusted stores.

Advantages

• high quality;
• wide range (for Japanese cars);
• affordable price;
• anti-corrosion coating.

disadvantages

• difficult to acquire.

ZF PARTS

Rating: 4.5

The German brand ZF PARTS specializes in the development and production of steering parts. Experts praised the manufacturer for the innovations that are constantly being introduced in the manufacture of hydraulic boosters, steering racks and rods. Some inventions have been adopted by other companies. This approach did not go unnoticed by the giants of the European automotive community. Products ZF PARTS are delivered to conveyors Mercedes, BMW, Porsche and Audi, because they are fully responsible high requirements of famous car factories. For high quality and excellent technical characteristics, the brand is included in the TOP-6 of our rating.

Tie rods ZF PARTS are not in high demand among domestic users. One of the reasons experts say is the high price.

Advantages

• innovative approach;
• own developments;
• cooperation with large car factories;
• high quality.

disadvantages

• high price;
• modest assortment.

CTR

Rating: 4.4

The Korean company Central Corporation supplies auto parts under the CTR brand. The manufacturer holds leading positions not only in the Asian region, but in Europe and the USA. Experts have uncovered a large number of awards from reputable auto giants such as GM, Hyundai and Kia Motors. Since 2005, deliveries to Europe began on conveyors Audi and BMW. Much attention is paid to research activities in the company. So in 2015, a new development center was created at NEOCTR. The brand takes its rightful place in our rating.

Domestic motorists praise CTR steering rods on thematic forums for an affordable price, good quality and reliability. The disadvantages include the limited resource of parts, as well as the presence of fakes on the market.

Advantages

• acceptable price;
• good quality;
• cooperation with well-known car factories;
• reliability.

disadvantages

• limited resource;
• weak protection against counterfeiting.

Optimal

Rating: 4.3

The German company Optimal AG & Co. KG was founded in 1992. The manufacturer quickly gained its place in the car market thanks to its high pace of development. One of the reasons for the popularity of the brand was the reasonable combination of price and quality. Experts also explain the excellent growth dynamics by extensive warehouse stocks and well-thought-out logistics. The consumer is offered parts for steering, braking system, suspension and engine. The products comply with international quality standards TS 16949, QS 9000, VDA 6.1, ISO 9001: 2000. The brand is in eighth place in our ranking.

On the forums, for some reason, motorists do not recommend installing Optimal steering rods. Perhaps the reason lies in the large number of fakes.

Advantages

• fast development;
• affordable price;
• good quality;
• a wide range of.

disadvantages

• a lot of fakes;
• small resource.

Febest

Rating: 4.2

The German company Febest closes the rating of the best manufacturers of steering rods. The experts appreciated the wide range of products. The catalog contains parts for steering, chassis, braking system, as well as rubber products, repair kits, fasteners, etc. When car owners are faced with the problem of buying a steering rod, Febest comes to the rescue. The main production facilities of the manufacturer are concentrated in China. Therefore, the products are of low price.

Domestic motorists in their reviews put the availability of Febest spare parts in the first place. They are happy with the variety of tie rods. The main disadvantage is considered to be unstable quality.

Advantages

• a wide range of;
• affordable price;
• thoughtful catalog;
• easily removable anthers.

disadvantages

• unstable quality;
• fragility.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.