H3 Are both inner and outer frond tie rods covered by warranty??

[davidh3]

I went to Pep Boys two weeks ago to get tire rotation service, the mechanic told me that inner and other tie rods are no good anymore, they should be replaced soon.
My rig is 2009 H3 base + luxury pkg with 35 inch tires, lifted front. I did some off roading, the milage is 3,5000 miles. Are tie rods covered by warranty?????

Whenever I have to go visit a dealer or a service center, those dick faces(scammers) appear in my mind.

 

[alrock]

If your front end is cranked too high it may be out of GM specs and may not be covered. If you are at (or very near) stock height then they should be covered under warranty.

 

[davidh3]

If your front end is cranked too high it may be out of GM specs and may not be covered. If you are at (or very near) stock height then they should be covered under warranty.

The front is cranked to 23.25 inches. Is that too high???

 

[06 H3]

Why does he think the tie rods are bad?

 

[bebe]

Are tie rods covered by warranty?????

Negative - it's a "wear" part. I had mine changed when the steering rack was replaced (long time ago), it came as one unit (Steering rack with 16mm outer TRE's).

You can get them for cheep at the major parts stores (Napa/O'reilly's).

 

[davidh3]

Why does he think the tie rods are bad?

They are worn.

I noticed the front horribly shaking on highway. I'm worried.

 

[davidh3]

Negative - it's a "wear" part. I had mine changed when the steering rack was replaced (long time ago), it came as one unit (Steering rack with 16mm outer TRE's).

You can get them for cheep at the major parts stores (Napa/O'reilly's).

:thumbs: :corn: just ordered a brand new assembly which includes both inner and outer tie rods + other parts.


How much can labor cost at hummer dealer? :huh:

 

[bebe]

Hourly labor varies - I'd take it to a reputable alignment shop - skip the Dealer if you did not buy it from them. Max 1 hour for TRE install and alignment.

 

[reaper]

The ball joint can develop a bit of play in it. Happened to me, the tire had steering play. FYI replacing the tie rods is a good "trail fix" skill to have, as it's one of the most common things to break on the trail.

 

[bebe]

I would not say "common", it is definitely the "easiest" thing to break on a trail. There are many of us here who wheel regularly and for a number of years who have never broken one.

Just sayin

 

[reaper]

I would not say "common", it is definitely the "easiest" thing to break on a trail. There are many of us here who wheel regularly and for a number of years who have never broken one.

Just sayin

I did break a half shaft this month... on an easy trail close to home, after a hardcore week at Moab... but I've never broken a tie rod. Seen lots break or bend though!

 

[cgalpha08]

You know what they say...play hard, pay hard lol

 

[bebe]

If you are turning and climbing under load (either direction) you can break either a half shaft or a TRE. The technique is to keep your tires straight forward when you are climbing (rock, wall, whatever) and then turn when you crest the immediate obstacle.

If your tire is bound - don't try to turn until you are unbound. Whenever you have to "arm-strong steer" your way through any situation, you can break a half-shaft or TRE. Don't force your steering, ever, and you won't break your junk.

Same goes for bouncing, hopping, peeling out etc. Don't do it, and your rig will treat you well.

Oh and for the record - it's NEVER the trails fault, regardless of difficulty level. :giggle:

 

[3Hummers]

Bebe is right...it is never the trails fault.

 

[davidh3]

:gaah: need stronger materials!!!

 

[davidh3]

Hourly labor varies - I'd take it to a reputable alignment shop - skip the Dealer if you did not buy it from them. Max 1 hour for TRE install and alignment.

Ok, I know two hummer dealers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the hourly labor is $75.

The pep boys in Lafayette, Indiana quoted me $200 for that. xD

 

[bebe]

Ok, I know two hummer dealers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the hourly labor is $75.

The pep boys in Lafayette, Indiana quoted me $200 for that. xD

The dealer won't quote it as a 1 hour job, and it won't include an alignment....trust me. Go with the 200 bucks or put the TRE's in yourself and then take it in for the alignment.