Right Tie Rod End Suzuki Samurai with Grease Nipple — Raptor 4x4

A worn tie rod end announces itself in several ways at once: a dead spot in the middle of the steering, the truck wandering on a straight road, and a metallic knock over bumps. On a Samurai, where the steering linkage is short and simple, every millimetre of play in a joint reaches your hands immediately.

This is the right-hand end of the linkage, zinc plated and — which matters a lot on this kind of vehicle — supplied with a grease nipple already fitted. You can top it up at every service instead of waiting for a sealed-for-life joint to dry out and start knocking.

Key benefits

• A grease nipple for the ball pin means the joint is serviceable, and regular greasing genuinely extends its life on a truck that lives in mud and water.
• Zinc plating protects the body against corrosion, which matters here: on a Samurai the tie rod ends sit low, right above the front axle.
• Removing the play in the joint tidies up the steering straight away — the wheel finds its centre again and the knocking over bumps stops.
• Manufacturer part number RP48810-83300 identifies the component unambiguously when you order.

Technical data

• Raptor 4x4 part number: RP48810-83300
• Fitting side: right
• Finish: zinc plated
• Lubrication: grease nipple fitted as standard
• Weight: 0.30 kg
• Model: Suzuki Samurai

This is the part you need if your Samurai has a few off-road seasons behind it, or simply a mileage counted in the hundreds of thousands. Tie rod ends are wear items, and on a truck used off-road they wear faster than on a road car, because they work in sand, water and through large suspension travel.

Installation notes

After replacing a tie rod end the front axle needs a wheel alignment, otherwise you will scrub out a new set of tyres. Once fitted, pack the joint with grease through the nipple and repeat at every service. If you would rather have the job done and the toe set properly in one go, Szekla4x4.pl is a workshop as well as a shop.

Why it is worth it

• A greasable joint — one you can maintain, not just replace.
• A zinc-plated body instead of bare steel in a place that is always wet and salty.
• A clear manufacturer part number, so you know exactly what you are buying.

If the steering on your Samurai has play, replace both sides at once — the opposite end is available here under reference RAP-RP4882080000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the right or the left side?

The right side. The manufacturer lists it as TESTINA STERZO DX (destra = right), part number RP48810-83300. The left side is a separate item.

Does this joint need greasing?

Yes, and that is the point of the design — it has a grease nipple, so you can service it at each interval instead of replacing it at the first sign of play.

Do I need a wheel alignment after fitting?

Yes. Replacing a tie rod end changes the toe setting, so the front axle has to be aligned afterwards.

Is it corrosion protected?

Yes, the manufacturer states a zinc-plated finish.

How much does it weigh?

0.30 kg according to the manufacturer's data.