{"product_id":"vw-tie-rod-end-skte-0280032","title":"STARK SKTE-0280032 Track rod end VW","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTARK Track rod end (SKTE-0280032)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an original-equipment-quality steering linkage component manufactured by STARK. Positioned on the outermost ends of the front steering gear assembly, its primary function is to couple the inner tie rod axial shafts directly to the front wheel steering knuckles (hubs). As the steering rack moves left or right, this outer ball joint pivots smoothly across multiple axes to translate that linear motion into precise wheel rotation, all while accommodating continuous suspension vertical travel. Built with a induction-hardened steel ball stud and enclosed in a low-friction polymer socket, this track rod end eliminates steering wheel play and maintains stable front wheel alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e STARK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SKTE-0280032\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outer Steering Tie Rod End \/ Track Rod Ball Joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Axle, Left or Right (Symmetrical design fits either side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength [mm]:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInner Thread Size [mm]:\u003c\/strong\u003e M14 x 1.5 (Female thread matching the inner axial rod rod connection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Thread Size [mm]:\u003c\/strong\u003e M12 x 1.5 (Male thread on the tapered stud matching the steering arm knuckle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCone Pitch \/ Taper Diameter [mm]:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged and surface-treated carbon steel alloy with a high-flexibility chloroprene rubber dust boot to lock out moisture and road grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis straight M14 track rod end configuration is a precision chassis fitment standard utilized across iconic first and second-generation Volkswagen Group (VAG) vehicles, along with classic Porsche and Volvo passenger platforms from the 1970s through the late 1990s:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCar Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCompatible Steering Variants\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eEngine Displacements\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eYear of Manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVW Golf I (17) \/ Jetta I (16) \/ Convertible (155) \/ Scirocco\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManual \u0026amp; Power Steering Racks\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.1 \/ 1.3 \/ 1.5 \/ 1.6 \/ 1.8 \/ 1.6 D\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1974 - 1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVW Golf II (19E, 1G1) \/ Jetta II (19E)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard Manual \u0026amp; Power Steering \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note chassis break restrictions)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.3 \/ 1.6 \/ 1.8 \/ 1.8 GTI \/ 1.6 D \/ 1.6 TD\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1983 - 1992\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVW Transporter T3 Bus \/ Platform \/ Van\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard Manual Steering Units\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.6 \/ 1.9 \/ 2.0 \/ 2.1 \/ 1.6 D \/ 1.7 D\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1979 - 1992\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePorsche 924 \/ 944\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNaturally Aspirated \u0026amp; Turbo platforms \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Shared VAG front suspension components)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.0 \/ 2.5 \/ 2.7 \/ 3.0 S2\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1975 - 1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVolvo 340-360 (343, 345, 344)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSaloon \u0026amp; Hatchback steering layouts\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1.4 \/ 1.6 \/ 1.7 \/ 2.0 \/ 1.6 D\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1976 - 1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eVAG Chassis\/Year Fitment Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the Volkswagen Golf MK2 platform, this tracking joint fits early manual steering setups or vehicles featuring specific steering rack manufacturers. Later production versions and high-performance models (such as the Golf MK3 or Passat B3\/B4 with \"Plus\" wide-track suspension) swapped to asymmetric curved left-and-right specific ends with different thread dimensions. Always visually verify if your old part is straight or curved before unthreading it. Worn outer joints introduce heavy tyre shoulder scrubbing and steering vagueness. A wheel alignment is mandatory immediately following track rod end installation.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOriginal Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Reference Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium replacement outer steering joint matches or directly substitutes for the following factory original equipment catalog part codes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVAG (VW \/ AUDI \/ SEAT \/ SKODA):\u003c\/strong\u003e 171 419 811, 171419811, 171 419 812, 171419812, 251 419 811, 251419811, 3A0 422 811A, 3A0422811A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePORSCHE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 477 419 811, 477419811, 944 347 333 00, 94434733300\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVOLVO:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3211955, 3265974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"stark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57537984364927,"sku":"skte-0280032","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7252\/9023\/files\/preview_b4b8b92f-d327-4783-bd5c-575029ccecc7.jpg?v=1778859383","url":"https:\/\/klassik357.eu\/products\/vw-tie-rod-end-skte-0280032","provider":"Klassik357 - Classic and retro car parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}