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Old 23rd August 2011, 09:52 PM
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Default mk2 escort steering rack thread size

hi folks ive got a mk 2 escort rack i have a set of rack extensions that fit and the track rod ends but i have an issue with the track rod ends and i need to swap to rose joints

am i right i need 14x2 female rh thread ? ive searched the site and tinterweb im sure its that but can someone confirm to set my mind at ease befor i order them.

will also have a pair of dry fitted and removed with the gentle ball joint splitter track rod ends upofor grabs soon as i get the rose joints if anyone wants to make me an offer on them

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Old 23rd August 2011, 09:56 PM
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Hi Rob

Yes the Escort Mk2 steering rack controll rod ends are indeed M14X2 Thread.

As are the threads on the steering rack extensions
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Old 24th August 2011, 12:18 PM
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Thank you ill get them ordered
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Old 24th August 2011, 12:45 PM
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Rally Designs sell them as half nuts Rob which would be the best:

http://www.rallydesign.co.uk/product...ducts_id=13770

Only cheap but then postage isn't

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