{"product_id":"synergy-8702-11-tie-rod-2014-2025-ram-2500-3500-4x4","title":"Synergy 2014+ Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Tie Rod","description":"\u003ch4\u003eStop Bending Tie Rods Under Heavy Loads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory tie rods on the 2014 and newer Ram 2500 and 3500 were never built for oversized tires, heavy hauling, or aggressive off-road use, and they show it by bending or failing at the worst possible time. The Synergy 8702-11 Heavy Duty Tie Rod replaces the stock unit with a massive 1.75 inch heat-treated chromoly design that is over 40 percent stronger than OEM, giving hot shot haulers and daily drivers alike a steering component that can actually handle the abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.75 inch heat-treated chromoly tubing formed after heat treatment for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 40 percent stronger than the factory tie rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynergy metal-on-metal tie rod ends with oversized 1.25 inch shank, fully greaseable with no nylon liner to wear out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in replacement using factory mounting points, no drilling or reaming required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow misalignment tie rod end boots eliminate steering flop and the dead spot common with hydro-assist setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbrasion-resistant powder coat finish for long-term corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynergy Manufacturing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8702-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-Treated Chromoly Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTie Rod End Shank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25 in. Oversized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbrasion-Resistant Powder Coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x4 Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact us for UPC verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Synergy 8702-11 Heavy Duty Tie Rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Grade 8 Pinch Bolt Hardware Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Synergy Manufacturing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynergy Manufacturing builds heavy duty steering and suspension components engineered specifically for trucks and Jeeps that see real work and real trails. Every tie rod and drag link is designed, formed, and heat-treated in-house to standards well beyond factory specification, giving hot shot haulers, overlanders, and daily drivers steering components that hold up where the factory parts fall short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts on Our Site\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/synergy-2013-ram-heavy-duty-drag-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSynergy 2013+ Ram Heavy Duty Drag Link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/synergy-94-13-dodge-ram-1500-2500-3500-hd-lh-thread-shank-tie-rod-end-for-drag-link-metal-on-metal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSynergy HD LH Thread Shank Tie Rod End for Drag Link\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Synergy 8702-11?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Synergy 8702-11 is a heavy duty replacement tie rod built from 1.75 inch heat-treated chromoly steel for 2014 and newer Ram 2500 and 3500 4x4 trucks, offering over 40 percent more strength than the factory tie rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill the 8702-11 fit my 2WD Ram 2500?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this tie rod is designed specifically for 4x4 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks and is not compatible with 2WD models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to drill or ream anything to install this tie rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the 8702-11 is a direct bolt-in replacement that uses the factory mounting points with no drilling or reaming required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre the tie rod ends greaseable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the metal-on-metal tie rod ends are fully greaseable and do not use a nylon liner, which improves long-term durability under heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this tie rod be used with a steering stabilizer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 1.75 inch outer diameter is compatible with Synergy's steering stabilizer clamp for stabilizer mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this tie rod work with oversized tires?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the added strength over the factory tie rod makes it a common upgrade for trucks running larger tires or heavier loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat hardware is included with the tie rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tie rod ships with a Grade 8 pinch bolt hardware kit for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShould I replace the drag link at the same time as the tie rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany owners upgrade the drag link alongside the tie rod since both factory components see similar stress, though it is not required for the tie rod to function correctly on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the front of the vehicle and remove the wheels for access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory tie rod from the knuckle and center link or steering gear, noting the current toe alignment marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the Synergy 8702-11 tie rod using the factory mounting points and provided Grade 8 pinch bolt hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque all pinch bolts to manufacturer specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease the new metal-on-metal tie rod ends before returning the vehicle to the road.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet toe alignment to specification and have a full alignment performed by a qualified shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"Synergy Mfg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46179491774543,"sku":"SYN8702-11","price":590.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/synergy-8702-11-tie-rod-2014-2025-ram-2500-3500-4x4_090250c4-6bbf-4cc6-8169-4a74110e002d.jpg?v=1784911433","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/synergy-8702-11-tie-rod-2014-2025-ram-2500-3500-4x4","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}