Inner Tie-rod Question

[JPWally]

I have observed these two different inner tie-rods beings used on our cars. Can anyone tell me which may be the Ford OEM tie-rod and which may be a replacement item? Or perhaps Ford used both these styles over the years? Thanks in advance!
JPW

 

[Hemikiller]

Ford tie rod ends didn't have zerk fittings. The left tie rod is aftermarket. The right appears to be original Ford. Marcus Anghel, owner of Anghel Restorations has a great tech article on the 65-73 steering components.

https://anghelrestorations.com/mustang-factoids/

 

[mrgmhale]

Ford tie rod ends didn't have zerk fittings. The left tie rod is aftermarket. The right appears to be original Ford. Marcus Anghel, owner of Anghel Restorations has a great tech article on the 65-73 steering components.

https://anghelrestorations.com/mustang-factoids/

Wow... His site is full of some really good info. Thx for sharing.

 

[JPWally]

Thanks for the good reference HemiKiller. Anghel answered the question. He has a great collection of Mustang Factoids, for sure.