Torque ft.lbs. for castle nut on tie rods ball joints for New Holland TC33DA

[Brily Farms]

I was hoping someone could tell me how many ft.lbs. of torque I should tighten the castle nuts on the tie rod ends for my 2003 New Holland TC33DA. I have replaced the ball joints and tightened the nuts until I could insert the cotter pin through the bolt on the ball joint. However, it seems like I still have some play. I didn't want to over tighten the nuts and compress the grease cups too much.

Thanks,

Dale Tesson

 

[jimmysisson]

The taper of the joint is what will keep you from bulging the grease rubbers. You can find a torque guide based on bolt size online. If anything, go a little lower since your threads will likely be "greased."
Jim

 

[Brily Farms]

Thanks for the feedback. I'll give that a try.