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Originally Posted by The Rookie
Thanks for the info. A bit more involved than I expected.
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If the joint has a grease zerk installed, just make sure you grease it a couple times a year, then not worry about it until the tie rod joints displays wear (sloppiness).
Folks usually don't take those apart to just change out the boot. It is usually with the tie rod end when purchased, so I am not sure you can get the rubber piece separately.
Uther than the usual tools needed to get access to for removal, there is a wedge type fork to help separate the connection, you would smack the end with a heavier hammer. It is like a long chisel, only with a fork on the end. We always referred to it as a ball-cutter, for ball joint.