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Tie Rod Adjuster Nissan Navara D22

This ALL New Generation 2.0 Tie Rod Adjuster from Superior Engineering has been designed to suit the D22 STR/DX model Nissan Navara four wheel drive vehicle.

Design Objectives

Superior has designed this adjustable Tie Rod assembly to prevent the tie rods from bending after doing a lift or adding bigger tyres to your truck… Perfect for D22’s with lifts from 0″-3″ inches.

These tie rod adjusters offer a HUGE strength upgrade over OE and bolt straight up to OE steering linkages… making them a complete bolt-in replacement for your factory adjusters!

Features two heavy duty 3mm weld on skid plates to stop the tie rod nut fouling on the chassis, which can cause the tie rod to SNAP if the vehicle “Centre Rod” becomes worn or takes on hard impact which is transmitted to the steering.

This component is proudly made right here in Australia, manufactured from high tensile steel, cnc machined for the ultimate in durability and strength, then sand-blasted and finished off in a 7-Step SA5 Zinc coating for maximum corrosion resistance.

The kit includes Tie-Rod Adjusters, Weld-on skid plates, Heavy Duty Rod-Ends, ITS sealing rings, locking nuts and cotter pins.

These adjusters are 100% Street Legal and Compliant, and DO NOT require separate approvals to be used on Public roads within Australia.

They are sold as a pair and come ‘Ready to Fit’ straight out of the box with easy to follow fitting instructions.

To up the stakes even further, Superior Engineering now includes ITS Seal Technology on internally threaded adjustable suspension linkages, eliminating the ingress of moisture or liquids that can cause corrosion or rust.

By adding a specially machined seal groove and incorporating a hydraulic seal between the locking nuts, the thread and the link, a perfect pressure tight seal is created.

This patented process is EXCLUSIVE to Superior Engineering’s internally threaded items such as these tie rod adjusters.

To top it all off, the Superior logo is engraved onto the rods to ensure you’re getting a GENUINE Superior Engineering component instead of a cheap inferior copy from other manufacturers.

Features & Benefits

  • HUGE Strength Upgrade Over OE Components
  • Includes High Tensile Locking Nuts
  • 32mm High Tensile Steel Adjuster
  • Quality Superior Tie Rod Ends
  • ITS Corrosion Resistant Seal Technology
  • Supplied With 2 x Premium Heavy Duty Skid Plates
  • Bolts-Up To OE Steering Linkages
  • Hard Wearing 7-Step SA5 Anti-Corrosion Zinc Coating
  • Fitting & Maintenance Instructions Included

Installation

The kit comes ‘Ready to Fit’ straight out of the box, for a 100% bolt-in installation with NO cutting, drilling or welding needed.

It simply bolts straight up to the original mounting points using original mounting hardware for superior strength.

Includes the following component:

  • 2 x Tie Rod Adjusters
  • 2 x Right Hand Thread Rod Ends
  • 2 x Left Hand Thread Rod Ends
  • 1 x PS D22 Tie Rod Skid Plate
  • 1 x DS D22 Tie Rod Skid Plate
  • 2 x M20 LH Thread Nuts
  • 2 x M20 RH Thread Nuts
  • 4 x Castle Lock Nuts
  • 4 x 22×2.5 O-Rings
  • 4 x Cotter Pins

Gallery

A pair of heavy duty Tie Rod Adjusters to suit the Nissan Navara D22 4WD
A pair of heavy duty Tie Rod Adjusters to suit the Nissan Navara D22 4WD

A pair of heavy duty 3mm tie rod skid plates to suit the Nissan Navara D22 4WD
A pair of heavy duty 3mm tie rod skid plates to suit the Nissan Navara D22 4WD

Heavy duty high tensile tie rod locking nuts
Heavy duty high tensile tie rod locking nuts

Genuine heavy duty high quality tierod ends come with the adjuster kit
Genuine heavy duty high quality tierod ends come with the adjuster kit

The Nissan Navara D22 old design tie rod adjuster
The Nissan Navara D22 old design tie rod adjuster

Exclusive ITS Seal Technology on the internal thread and linkages
Exclusive ITS Seal Technology on the internal thread and linkages

This component is proudly made right here in Australia at the Superior Burpengary warehouse
This component is proudly made right here in Australia at the Superior Burpengary warehouse

These adjusters are 100% Street Legal and Compliant for fitment under NCOP
These adjusters are 100% Street Legal and Compliant for fitment under NCOP

Summary

Get rid of those puny 14mm adjusters and upgrade to a MASSIVE 32mm High-Tensile steel adjuster rod, fitted with Extra-Heavy duty 20mm male thread rod ends.

Upgrade now to a Superior Engineering D22 adjuster and take home ‘Piece of Mind’ that you’re buying the strongest components in Australia.

These Tie Rod Adjusters are available to purchase online 24/7, over the phone during business hours or in-person at the Superior Engineering Deception Bay 4×4 Retail Showroom.


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4WD Drag Link And Steering Arms

Today we are checking out the heavy duty Superior Engineering Comp Spec 4340M Drag Link Steering Arms.

Design Objectives

These fully adjustable 4340M Drag Links have been custom designed and manufactured for the MK/MQ/GQ/GU Nissan Patrol and Toyota Landcruiser 40/45/47/60/75/78/79/80/105 Series four wheel drive vehicles.

The problem with standard hollow bar Drag Links is that they can bend if hit from various obstacles such as rocks, logs, debris and bumps.

This is the main cause for premature failure of your vehicles steering arms.

These NEW steering arms are designed to safely absorb and deflect impact energy from any heavy contact made on any solid object while driving offroad.

The difference with this new design over the standard Drag Link is Superior are the only company to use the high tensile 4340M Super Solid Bar that is CNC machined to exact tolerances to create the toughest steering arms available.

This makes Superior Engineering’s 4340M Drag Links “The Strongest Nissan Patrol and Toyota Landcruiser Steering Rods in the World”.

Advancements

Drag Links are also commonly known in the 4×4 industry as steering rods or steering arms but here at “4×4 Accessories Online” we like to call them “Rock Rods”.

Superior used to use the 4140 solid high tensile steel for their Nissan and Toyota comp spec steering rods and these were unbeleivably strong.

However, the engineers over at Superior Engineering decided to “Up The Stakes” even further due to the competition getting closer with new products.

Hence, the 4340M Drag Link was born!

The 4340M range has now put them miles in front of the competition once again, leaving everyone else scrambling to keep up.

With these 4340M Drag Links you will get the same gear the professionals are using.

Ideal for the serious or hardcore four wheel driver, or if you just want piece of mind you won’t bend or damage your steering rods.

These Superior Drag Links are a small investment for a lifetime of protection for your four wheel drive steering system.

100% Guarantee that these Drag Links are stronger than your original or any other aftermarket Drag Links going around!

Technical Features

  • Manufactured from solid 4340M Super Solid Bar (used to be 4140 grade bar)
  • The Authentic Superior Engineering Logo is machined into the side of Arms
  • They are sand blasted and coated with premium rust prevention applied
  • Includes 7 step SA5 Zinc anti-corrosion finish for maximum durability and life
  • 4340M high tensile grade bar will not bend unlike the competitors rock rods who use bright or plain mild steel
  • Comes with top quality heavy duty tie rod ends
  • Each rod is CNC machined to ensure complete accuracy in the threads
  • Guaranteed maximum protection against the elements such as dirt and water

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Installation & What’s Included

The Drag Links come ‘Ready to Fit’. When you buy these 4340M solid bar Drag Links you receive everything you need to fit it to your truck.

Adjustable and replaceable tie rod ends are supplied with the draglink.

You are also supplied with a bolt-on steering damper bracket (as standard) to suit your particular model 4WD.

Superior Engineering believe if it is a required item, it should be included in the price, NOT as an optional extra!

They are also supplied with a set of detailed fitting instructions.

Top 6 FAQ’s

Are these the strongest Drag Links in Australia?
Yes. We believe these steering arms are the strongest in the Australian market and maybe even the entire world.
Are these Street Legal in Australia?
Yes. These drag links are street legal within Australia and DO NOT require separate approvals to be used on public roads.
What warranty do they have?
All Superior 4340M Comp Spec steering draglinks come with a 12 month warranty against manufacturing defects and a World Excluse Limited Lifetime Warranty against bending.
Is there a warranty against bending them?
Yes. Superior Engineering now offer a Limited Lifetime Warranty Against Bending a Comp Spec 4340M Rock Rod. If you bend the rod, Superior Engineering will at their discrection either replace or straighten the rod. The Customer must pay freight and any other costs of removing or refitting the rod for Superior Engineering to perform the warranty.
Does the Superior Drag Link come as a complete kit ready to fit?
Yes. They are supplied with the heavy duty Tie Rod Ends and bolt-on steering damper bracket.
Are replacement parts available if I damage these draglinks?
Yes. All the spare parts are available including the Tie Rod ends, steering damper brackets and rubber boots.

Gallery

Heavy duty drag link, panhard rod and damper setup
Heavy duty Superior drag link and panhard rod 4wd setup
Superior 4340M drag link with steering damper and bracket
4340M drag link with Amadaxtreme steering damper, bracket and panhard rod setup
Closeup view of the 4340M drag link setup on an instore display stand
End view of the 4340M drag link and panhard rod setup on an instore display stand
Heavy duty tierod end
A single heavy duty 4340M Drag Link

Summary & Wrap Up

Just to recap, all Superior Engineering Comp Spec 4340M Drag Links are Australian made and manufactured from premium Australian grade steel rod bar, then CNC machined to exact tolerances to create the toughest steering rods available.

Even the Superior logo is CNC machined in the steering rod to ensure you’re getting a true quality GENUINE component.

These rods are sand blasted and zinc coated for maximum durability and the highest quality finish.

Designed to suit lifts from 2″ to 6″ inches.

The Superior Engineering Drag Links are available to suit to MK/MQ/GQ/GU Nissan Patrol’s and 40/45/47/60/75/78/79/80/105 Series Toyota Landcruiser’s in most configurations.

Don’t get Bitten by purchasing a lower quality, imitation Steering Rod or a cheap Chinese import.

If you care about your safety and the safety of your family or if you’re serious about driving your truck hard, then you need a Superior 4340M Competition Spec Drag Link!

Go with a SUPERIOR ENGINEERING Drag Link and Steer with Confidence.


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4WD Tie Rod And Steering Arms

Today we are checking out the heavy duty Superior Engineering Comp Spec 4340M Tie Rod Steering Arms.

Design Objectives

These fully adjustable 4340M Tie Rods have been custom designed and manufactured for the MK/MQ/GQ/GU Nissan Patrol and Toyota Landcruiser 40/45/47/60/75/78/79/80/105 Series four wheel drive vehicles.

The problem with standard hollow bar Tie Rods is that they can bend if hit from various obstacles such as rocks, logs, debris and bumps.

This is the main cause for premature failure of your vehicles steering arms.

These NEW steering arms are designed to safely absorb and deflect impact energy from any heavy contact made on any solid object while driving offroad.

The difference with this new design over the standard Tie Rod is Superior are the only company to use the high tensile 4340M Super Solid Bar that is CNC machined to exact tolerances to create the toughest steering arms available.

This makes Superior Engineering’s 4340M Tie Rods “The Strongest Nissan Patrol and Toyota Landcruiser Steering Rods in the World”.

Advancements

Tie Rods are also commonly known in the 4×4 industry as steering rods or steering arms but here at “4×4 Accessories Online” we like to call them “Rock Rods”.

Superior used to use the 4140 solid high tensile steel for their Nissan comp spec steering rods and these were unbeleivably strong.

However, the engineers over at Superior Engineering decided to “Up The Stakes” even further due to the competition getting closer with new products.

Hence, the 4340M Tie Rod was born!

The 4340M range has now put them miles in front of the competition once again, leaving everyone else scrambling to keep up.

With these 4340M Tie Rods you will get the same gear the professionals are using.

Ideal for the serious or hardcore four wheel driver, or if you just want piece of mind you won’t bend or damage your steering rods.

These Superior Tie Rods are a small investment for a lifetime of protection for your four wheel drive steering system.

100% Guarantee that these Tie Rods are stronger than your original or any other aftermarket Tie Rods going around!

Technical Features

  • Manufactured from solid 4340M Super Solid Bar (used to be 4140 grade bar)
  • The Authentic Superior Engineering Logo is machined into the side of Arms
  • They are sand blasted and coated with premium rust prevention applied
  • Includes 7 step SA5 Zinc anti-corrosion finish for maximum durability and life
  • 4340M high tensile grade bar will not bend unlike the competitors rock rods who use bright or plain mild steel
  • Comes with top quality heavy duty tie rod ends
  • Each rod is CNC machined to ensure complete accuracy in the threads
  • Guaranteed maximum protection against the elements such as dirt and water

Video Highlights

Installation

The Tie Rods come ‘Ready to Fit’. When you buy these 4340M solid bar Tie Rods you receive everything you need to fit it to your truck.

Adjustable and replaceable tie rod ends are supplied with the tie rod.

They are also supplied with a set of detailed fitting instructions.

Gallery

Heavy duty tie rod fitted to the steering system of a 4wd vehicle
Superior Engineering tie rod fitted to a 4wd vehicle
Side view of a Superior Engineering tie rod fitted to a 4wd vehicle
A heavy duty Superior Engineering tie rod steering arm fitted on a 4x4 vehicle
A single heavy duty Superior Engineering tie rod and steering arm
Heavy duty tierod end

Summary & Wrap Up

Just to recap, all Superior Engineering Comp Spec 4340M Tie Rods are Australian made and manufactured from premium Australian grade steel rod bar, then CNC machined to exact tolerances to create the toughest steering rods available.

Even the Superior logo is CNC machined in the steering rod to ensure you’re getting a true quality GENUINE component.

These rods are sand blasted and zinc coated for maximum durability and the highest quality finish.

Designed to suit lifts from 2″ to 6″ inches.

The Superior Engineering Tie Rods are available to suit to MK/MQ/GQ/GU Nissan Patrol’s and 40/45/47/60/75/78/79/80/105 Series Toyota Landcruiser’s in most configurations.

Don’t get Bitten by purchasing a lower quality, imitation Steering Rod or a cheap Chinese import.

If you care about your safety and the safety of your family or if you’re serious about driving your truck hard, then you need a Superior 4340M Competition Spec Tie Rod!

Go with a SUPERIOR ENGINEERING Tie Rod and Steer with Confidence.


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RuffStuff Specialties Chromoly Heims

These RuffStuff Specialties Chromoly Heims are a very high quality, “Heat and Cryogenically” Treated 4130 Chromoly Rod End!

The housing is machined from 4130 Chromoly and the Ball is made from 52100 Bearing Steel. Both are heat treated and hard chrome finished for improved strength and corrosion resistance.

The race is made from injection molded Teflon impregnated Nylon which is used between the two components to allow for smooth and precise ball movement.

This unique manufacturing process make these heim joints tougher than any other rod ends on the market! We can say it more than doubles their effective lifespan. Obviously they are priced a little more than a cheap mild steel heims… but that’s because the quality is worth it.

These rod ends are not tested to breaking point, but are tested to “first deformation point”. This is a key highlight point… deformation is NOT breaking point.

Several of the other companies making Rod Ends test to breaking point. You will stop using the heim joint after it has bent, so why even care at what point they fall into a pile of pieces on the ground. That just dosen’t make any sense to the end user.

We have a large range of sizes so you can find just the joint for your application.

Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Ball Joint
Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Ball Joint
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RUFFSTUFF Rod End Bearing Kits

The Left and Right hand set of Chromoly Rod Ends come with all the trimmings!

You get 1 Left & 1 Right hand Heims, 4 Zink Plated or Stainless Missalignment spacers with
34° degrees of misalignment, a left and a right hand gold zink plated or hard stainless Jam Nuts and a pair of weld in Tube Adapters to go with them.

  • 2 Bore Heat & Cryo Treated Chromoly Heims
  • 2 Tube Adapters
  • 2 Jam Nuts
  • 4 Misalignment Spacers

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Jam Nut

These rod ends come with Hex Jam Nuts. Right or left hand thread with 16 threads per inch.

Misalignment

Missalignment does 2 things necessary to run Rod Ends on a 3 or 4 Link Suspension.

The first and most important is allow additional room for the joint to pivot and let your suspension articulate. That comes simply from the shape of the missalignment.

The second and less important comes from a functional standpoint, but equal from the operational point of view as it serves as a spacer and reducer. This allows the use of a smaller bolt than the bore of the Heim.

Heims Terminology

Spacer Width
This is the inside measurement of the mounting point.
Bolt Size
This is the size of the bolt to be used in the mounting point.
Eye I.D
Inside measurement if the heim eye without the misalignment spacer.
Shank
The shank size is the thread needed in the arm that the heim is to be screwed into.
Tube I.D
The inside diameter of the pipe the tube adaptor is to be welded into.
Tube O.D
This is the minimum recommended outside diameter of the pipe to be used.

Rod End Zinc Misalignment Spacer
Rod End Zinc Misalignment Spacer
Rod End Steel Misalignment Spacer
Rod End Steel Misalignment Spacer
Ruffstuff Heim Joint Tube Adapter
Ruffstuff Heim Joint Tube Adapter
Ruffstuff Heim Joint Jam Nut
Ruffstuff Heim Joint Jam Nut
Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Threaded Rod End
Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Threaded Rod End
Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Joint With Misalignment Spacers Fitted
Ruffstuff Chromoly Heim Joint With Misalignment Spacers Fitted
Jam Nut Fitted To Rod End
Jam Nut Fitted To Rod End
Spacer, Jam Nut and Tube Adapter Fitted To Rod End
Spacer, Jam Nut and Tube Adapter Fitted To Rod End
Complete Rod End Set
Complete Rod End Set

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Tie Rod Ends

Replacement Tie Rod Ends are available to replace worn or damaged parts on your Tie Rod or Drag Link.

They will fit heavy duty Tie Rods or Drag Links as well as factory!

These are designed as a 30mm x 1.5 pitch in right or left hand thread.

These Tie Rod Ends are a “Extra Heavy Duty” female style, which are easy to maintain, replaceable and are also greaseable.

These tie rod ends are extremely larger and stronger than the smaller male threaded style tie rod ends that other manufacturers use.

Note: Comp Spec Tie Rod Ends also utilise the split clamp design which ensures there is no possible way they can come loose.

Features:

  • Super strong ball joint
  • Rubber boot seal
  • Greasable nipples
  • Cotter pin
  • Adjusting nut
  • Female end
  • Solid cast steel

Find Out More About These Tie Rod Ends

Tie Rod End Greaseable Nipple
Tie Rod End Greaseable Nipple
Female Style Tie Rod End
Female Style Tie Rod End
Tie Rod End Ball Joint Assembly and Rubber Boot Seal
Tie Rod End Ball Joint Assembly and Rubber Boot Seal
Side view of Tie Rod End Adjusting Nut
Side view of Tie Rod End Adjusting Nut
Tie Rod End Adjusting Nut and Cotter Pin
Tie Rod End Adjusting Nut and Cotter Pin
Complete Tie Rod End
Complete Tie Rod End

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