When it comes to dialing in your vehicle’s steering performance, few components are as important—or as underestimated—as the tie rod. Whether you're building a track monster, drift car, or simply upgrading your street machine, the right tie rods are critical for control, response, and safety.
At SLRspeed, we manufacture some of the strongest and most precise tie rods on the market. Designed for the demands of motorsports but just as effective on the street, our tie rod solutions offer unmatched strength, extended steering range, and long-lasting reliability.
Explore our full collection of tie rods here:
👉 SLRspeed Tie Rods Collection
What Is a Tie Rod and Why Does It Matter?
A tie rod connects the steering rack to the wheel hub, transmitting your steering input into actual wheel movement. In every vehicle, the tie rods play a vital role in maintaining correct alignment and steering geometry.
Weak or worn tie rods can cause:
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Sloppy or delayed steering response
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Uneven tire wear due to misalignment
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Reduced confidence at high speeds
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Total loss of steering control in extreme cases
That’s why choosing the right tie rod isn’t just a maintenance decision—it’s a performance upgrade.
SLRspeed Tie Rods: Inner and Outer Designs Built for Strength
We offer both inner and outer tie rods, engineered to outperform OEM and off-the-shelf alternatives. Here’s how each type of tie rod in our catalog is built differently:
🧱 Inner Tie Rods – Built for Load and Longevity
Our inner tie rods are made from high-strength alloy steel and feature an oversized pivot ball for increased durability and load capacity. We also include an undercut shoulder design to allow for additional steering rack travel—perfect for drifting and high-angle applications.
✅ Hardened steel construction
✅ Extra steering range
✅ 2–3x longer life than stock tie rods
✅ Perfect fitment across multiple chassis
🔩 Outer Tie Rods (Tie Rod Tubes) – Precision and Adjustability
Our outer tie rods are CNC-machined in the USA from thick-wall 6061 aluminum. They’re available in a wide range of lengths to suit different vehicle setups and suspension geometries. Whether you need better toe adjustability or added clearance for angle kits, our tie rods are the most robust solution available.
✅ Made in the USA
✅ 6061 billet aluminum construction
✅ Multiple length options (89mm to 255mm)
✅ Compatible with SLRspeed and other angle kits
Vehicle Compatibility: Tie Rods for Every Build
Our tie rods are engineered to fit a wide variety of performance chassis. We currently support:
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Nissan: S13, S14, S15, 350Z, 370Z, R32, R33, R34
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BMW: E30, E36, E46, E9x, F20, F80
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Toyota: Supra, GT86
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Mazda: RX-7, RX-8
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Chevy: Corvette C5, C6
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Cadillac: XLR
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Lexus: IS, SC
Don’t see your car listed? Contact us—SLRspeed can likely provide the exact tie rods you need or custom-make them at no additional charge.
Why SLRspeed Tie Rods Are the Right Choice
If you’re still running factory tie rods, you’re leaving performance on the table—and risking a failure that could take you out of competition or off the road.
SLRspeed tie rods are trusted by professional drivers, grassroots racers, and high-performance street builds alike because:
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They’re stronger than OEM
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They’re designed to fit and perform with SLRspeed angle kits
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They offer greater articulation, extended rack travel, and reduced wear
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They’re precision-built, USA-machined, and tested in real motorsports environments
Upgrade Your Tie Rods – Browse the Full Collection
Ready to eliminate steering slop, improve control, and gain more adjustability from your suspension? SLRspeed offers the highest-quality inner and outer tie rods available for competitive and enthusiast builds.
🛠️ Browse our full collection of tie rods here:
🔗 SLRspeed Tie Rods
Your car’s steering deserves more than just stock components—upgrade to SLRspeed tie rods and drive with confidence.
