YETI XD™ (30mm) Replacement Boot Seal (Tie-Rod and Drag Link)

So I ordered the tie rod boot and it was 5 days late from the day it was suppose to arrive and I wasnt happy until I contacted customer service and they did not hesitate to take care of me and that's more important than anything to me. Great job Steer Smarts.

So, it was determined that I made a mistake in tightening the joint down. But, with the new replacement, found that the end of the boot was going to be trapped between the pivot and the red washer again. I determined that the boot has to be located above or around the actual pivot. I move the boot up and around the pivot and secured it in place. No where are there instructions to go this.

Easy install after removal and cleanup anyway. The install tool did the job, but I bet I will get better next time.

Installation was VERY easy!!! I used the installer long cup for my ball joint c clamp install tool. The cup fit perfectly around the install cap that Steer Smarts provided. Took longer to take the tire off that to install the tie-rod boot. FAST shipping also.

Damaged my boot seal during my last run at Valley Fair Mall in San Jose. This is a tough trail.

Installation tool collapsed immediately.

3D printed basic cylinder with hole in the middle for the bolt/nut to go though for clamping action. Even with 20% infill, the tool survived the installation. Got it installed in 30 mins.