Tie Rod End for Ford Ranger: Stainless Steel
This tie rod end for the Ford Ranger is specified around stainless steel, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is premature wear on the first batch, or warranty claims traced back to a single lot. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Tie Rod End |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | Ford Ranger |
| Material / finish | Stainless Steel |
| Typical use | Night Riding |
| MOQ | 3,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | SAE J431 |
| Packing | 10 pieces per inner box, 1000 per carton |
Material options
- PVC Coated Fabric — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- EPDM Rubber — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- Chromed Steel — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
- Semi-Metallic Compound — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Bronze — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available
- robot welding
- surface grinding
- ultrasonic cleaning
- rubber vulcanisation
- laser cutting
- injection moulding
Fitment notes
Confirm the fitment against the VIN or the frame number before ordering; two model years often share a name and not a part.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for night riding. Related applications include construction sites, mining sites, farm use, off-road trails, coastal delivery.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
Can you match an existing sample?
Send a sample and we will reverse-engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk starts.
Do you handle mixed containers?
Yes. Most programmes consolidate several part numbers into one container to keep freight sensible at 3000 pieces per line.
Can the specification be held on file?
Yes. Once approved, the specification is recorded against your part number so a reorder reproduces the SAE J431-compliant build instead of a fresh interpretation.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The standard MOQ is 3000 pieces per specification. Mixed sizes inside one shipment are accepted once the total reaches that figure.
Tell us the model, the fitment and the quantity and we will hold a production slot for you.
