1981 GMC K3500 Tie Rods

Essential 1981 GMC K3500 Tie Rods

Driveworks – Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.DW-ES2838RL)

Steering Tie Rod End

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$27.99
When replaced, Driveworks Brand tie rod ends help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts help ensure improved steering response and durability.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
  • A slotted nut and cotter pin for a more secure installation
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Driveworks – Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.DW-ES2011R)

Steering Tie Rod End

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$18.99
Driveworks chassis parts help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks chassis parts meet OE specifications, help ensure improved steering response and reduce tire wear.

Product Features:
  • Forged housing from specific materials provides strength and durability to prevent breakage
  • Coated technology provides a smooth and durable surface to prevent corrosion and rust
  • Premium Polychloroprene rubber boots are fitted with grease relief valves to prevent contamination
  • A slotted nut and cotter pin for a more secure installation
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Driveworks – TIE ROD END 1 EA DRIVE (Part No.DW-ES2026R)

TIE ROD END 1 EA DRIVE

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$23.99
When replaced, Driveworks Brand tie rod ends help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts help ensure improved steering response and durability.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
  • A slotted nut and cotter pin for a more secure installation
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Carquest Premium – Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve (Part No.370-65029)

Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve

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$28.99
Carquest chassis provides the installation benefits of the aftermarket while providing high-quality, proven reliability.  Carquest chassis has been rigorously quality-tested, meeting or exceeding OE specifications.  Carquest chassis parts have been designed to provide a stable and safe ride to meet customer expectations and perform the way professional technicians demand.  

Product Features:
  • OE matched design for Form, Fit, and Function
  • Advanced corrosion-resistant electro-coating to reduce rust
  • Hex formed studs and/or wrench flats for ease of installation
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
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Driveworks – Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve (Part No.DW-ES2012S)

Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve

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$22.49
Driveworks Brand tie rod adjusting sleeves are high-quality, cost-effective parts. Replace tie rod adjusting sleeve to help eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts promote improved steering response and du

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
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ACDelco – Tie Rod End Adjustin (Part No.M3012577485ACD)

Tie Rod End Adjustin

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$24.35
Tie Rod End Adjustin

Driveworks – Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve (Part No.DW-ES2004S)

Steering Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve

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$17.79
Driveworks Brand tie rod adjusting sleeves are high-quality, cost-effective parts. Replace tie rod adjusting sleeve to help eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts promote improved steering response and du

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
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TRW – Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve (Part No.M3012363541TRW)

Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve

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$20.59
TRW sets the standard within the Aftermarket, with tests that go beyond the ordinary to ensure every chassis part we produce meets stringent vehicle manufacturer quality standards, in line with the Original Equipment specification. To help make sure that our parts can go the distance, TRW utilizes on the road tests and the most advanced test machines available, in both our Original Equipment and Aftermarket facilities as well as by independent testing labs. So you can be sure that TRW parts are tested for your safety. The TRW Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve is a direct fit OEM replacement that contains the same high quality craftsmanship and materials as the original equipment they replace.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and a direct fit application.
  • Meets or exceeds the OE specifications.
  • Acoustic measurements to ensure driver comfort
  • Strength tests for durability
  • Environmental resistance tests for all weather conditions
  • Wear and drive tests
  • Assembly technique testing of all critical safety features
  • Dynamic testing of complete units to ensure leak free performance
  • Extensive on-road testing at TRW tracks around the world
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TRW – Tie Rod End Adjustin (Part No.M3012363506TRW)

Tie Rod End Adjustin

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$31.45
Tie Rod End Adjustin

Carquest Premium – TIE ROD ADJSTG SLEV (Part No.370-65272)

TIE ROD ADJSTG SLEV

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$32.99
Product Features:
  • OE matched design for Form, Fit, and Function
  • Advanced corrosion-resistant electro-coating to reduce rust
  • Polished full ball studs combined with synthetic bearing technology for smooth operation and improved reliability
  • Hex formed studs &/or wrench flats for ease of installation
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
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Driveworks – Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve (Part No.DW-ES362S)

Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve

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$11.49
Driveworks Brand tie rod adjusting sleeves are high-quality, cost-effective parts. Replace tie rod adjusting sleeve to help eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts promote improved steering response and du

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
See More

TRW – Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve (Part No.M3012452972TRW)

Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve

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$43.75
TRW sets the standard within the Aftermarket, with tests that go beyond the ordinary to ensure every chassis part we produce meets stringent vehicle manufacturer quality standards, in line with the Original Equipment specification. To help make sure that our parts can go the distance, TRW utilizes on the road tests and the most advanced test machines available, in both our Original Equipment and Aftermarket facilities as well as by independent testing labs. So you can be sure that TRW parts are tested for your safety. The TRW Tie Rod End Adjustment Sleeve is a direct fit OEM replacement that contains the same high quality craftsmanship and materials as the original equipment they replace.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and a direct fit application.
  • Meets or exceeds the OE specifications.
  • Acoustic measurements to ensure driver comfort
  • Strength tests for durability
  • Environmental resistance tests for all weather conditions
  • Wear and drive tests
  • Assembly technique testing of all critical safety features
  • Dynamic testing of complete units to ensure leak free performance
  • Extensive on-road testing at TRW tracks around the world
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Rare Parts – Tie Rod End (Part No.RP26932)

Tie Rod End

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$154.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
  • Reduces tire wear
  • Improves steering response
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Carquest Premium – Tie Rod End (Part No.310-65083)

Tie Rod End

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$49.99
Carquest chassis provides the installation benefits of the aftermarket while providing high-quality, proven reliability. Carquest chassis has been rigorously quality-tested, meeting or exceeding OE specifications. Carquest chassis parts have been designed to provide a stable and safe ride to meet customer expectations and perform the way professional technicians demand.

Product Features:
  • OE matched design for Form, Fit, and Function
  • Advanced corrosion-resistant electro-coating to reduce rust
  • Hex formed studs and/or wrench flats for ease of installation
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
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Carquest Premium – TIE ROD END (Part No.300-65142)

TIE ROD END

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$78.99
Product Features:
  • OE matched design for Form, Fit, and Function
  • Advanced corrosion-resistant electro-coating to reduce rust
  • Polished full ball studs combined with synthetic bearing technology for smooth operation and improved reliability
  • Hex formed studs &/or wrench flats for ease of installation
  • Hardware included for easier installation (where applicable)
  • Thread locking compound included.
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MOOG – Tie Rod End (Part No.ES2836RL)

Tie Rod End

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$59.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG® outer tie rod ends deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • RESTORES LIKE-NEW STEERING — Patented pressed-in cover plate seals out debris and minimizes looseness, reducing bearing wear and promoting longer life
  • GREASEABLE SOCKET — Reduces corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush contaminants
  • ABSORBS IMPACT — Belleville preload washer helps keep the bearing package tight as bearings wear
  • PROBLEM SOLVER® GUSHER BEARING — Metal-to-metal design provides strength and allows grease to flow through bearing surface for reduced friction and long life
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to inhibit premature failure and improve fatigue strength
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Precision tolerances for easy installation and steering alignment giving you a perfect fit right out of the box
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Available for foreign and domestic nameplates
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
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ACDelco – Professional Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.M3010577443ACD)

Professional Steering Tie Rod End

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$73.67
An ACDelco Professional Steering Tie Rod End is an ideal high-quality aftermarket replacement for many vehicles on the road today. It connects your vehicle’s steering linkage to the steering knuckle. This premium aftermarket replacement component is manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Superb strength for durability
  • Consistent torque for smooth operation
  • Full ball stud
  • Low-friction double bearing for high impact resistance
  • Undergo extreme impact, wear, and fatigue testing to ensure quality and durability
  • Full ball stud for tighter overall fit
  • Dust boot is re-installed and permanently attached to reduce contamination, increase durability, and service life
  • Fused polyurethane dust boot resists cracking, splitting, dry rot, and corrosion
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TRW – TRW Tie Rod End (Part No.M3010211624TRW)

TRW Tie Rod End

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$62.32
TRW sets the standard within the Aftermarket, with tests that go beyond the ordinary to ensure every chassis part we produce meets stringent vehicle manufacturer quality standards, in line with the Original Equipment specification. To help make sure that our parts can go the distance, TRW utilizes on the road tests and the most advanced test machines available, in both our Original Equipment and Aftermarket facilities as well as by independent testing labs. So you can be sure that TRW parts are tested for your safety. TRW’s tie rod end joints includes the latest, high performance designs which incorporate the following features:

Product Features:
  • Long lasting dust covers made from the highest quality rubber that eliminate dust and water from entering the ball joint
  • Low friction plastic bearings that enhance damping and reliability
  • Manufactured using forged or cold formed steel
  • Two-seat design is standard, and eliminates the need for a spring
  • Top of the ball pins are polished
  • Salt Spray Test (240hrs)
  • Dynamic Test and Elasticity Test
  • Original Equipment quality hardware installation accessories
  • Acoustic measurements to ensure driver comfort
  • Strength tests for durability
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Rare Parts – Tie Rod End (Part No.RP26930)

Tie Rod End

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$39.49
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
  • Reduces tire wear
  • Improves steering response
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ACDelco – Advantage Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.M3010577467ACD)

Advantage Steering Tie Rod End

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$38.72
ACDelco Advantage Steering Tie Rod Ends are economical replacement components for your GM and non-GM vehicle. They connect your vehicle’s steering linkage to the steering knuckle. These dependable aftermarket steering tie rod ends offer quality and performance, all at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Superb strength for durability
  • Consistent torque for smooth operation
  • Full ball stud
  • Low-friction double bearing for high impact resistance
  • Undergo extreme impact, wear, and fatigue testing to ensure quality and durability
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Driveworks – Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.DW-ES2836RL)

Steering Tie Rod End

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$29.99
When replaced, Driveworks Brand tie rod ends help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks Brand chassis parts help ensure improved steering response and durability.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Performance tested to ensure durability
  • Forged micro-alloy steel construction for strength and durability
  • A slotted nut and cotter pin for a more secure installation
See More

MOOG – Tie Rod End (Part No.DS905)

Tie Rod End

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$215.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG® outer tie rod ends deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • GREASEABLE SOCKET — Reduces corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush contaminants
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to inhibit premature failure and improve fatigue strength
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Precision tolerances for easy installation and steering alignment giving you a perfect fit right out of the box
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Available for foreign and domestic nameplates
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
  • Powdered metal gusher bearing design enables grease to flow through bearing to stud for reduced friction and enhanced strength
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MOOG – Tie Rod End (Part No.ES2838RL)

Tie Rod End

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$85.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG inner tie rod ends deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • ABSORBS IMPACT — Belleville preload washer helps eliminate spring bind and shattering during shock load
  • PROBLEM SOLVER® GUSHER BEARING — Metal-to-metal design provides strength and allows grease to flow through bearing surface for reduced friction and long life
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to inhibit premature failure and improve fatigue strength
  • RESTORES LIKE-NEW STEERING — Patented pressed-in cover plate seals out debris and minimizes looseness, reducing bearing wear and promoting longer life
  • GREASEABLE SOCKET — Reduces corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush contaminants
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Wrench flats on housing and stud provide easy installation and alignment adjustment
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Available for foreign and domestic nameplates
See More

ACDelco – Advantage Steering Tie Rod End (Part No.M3010577469ACD)

Advantage Steering Tie Rod End

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$34.64
ACDelco Advantage Steering Tie Rod Ends are economical replacement components for your GM and non-GM vehicle. They connect your vehicle’s steering linkage to the steering knuckle. These dependable aftermarket steering tie rod ends offer quality and performance, all at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Superb strength for durability
  • Consistent torque for smooth operation
  • Full ball stud
  • Low-friction double bearing for high impact resistance
  • Undergo extreme impact, wear, and fatigue testing to ensure quality and durability
See More

First Equipment Quality – FEQ Tie Rod End (Part No.M3010211624FEQ)

FEQ Tie Rod End

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$9.79
FEQ tie rod ends meet OE specifications and help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. FEQ tie rod ends are manufactured to exacting OE tolerances for a proper fit and function.

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment quality
  • Coated surface to prevent corrosion and rust
  • Fatigue tested for structural integrity
  • Precision made components for an ideal fit and function
  • Adjustable for proper alignment
  • Premium Polychloroprene rubber boots
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MOOG – Tie Rod End (Part No.ES2011R)

Tie Rod End

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$61.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG® outer tie rod ends deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • GREASEABLE SOCKET — Reduces corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush contaminants
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to inhibit premature failure and improve fatigue strength
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Precision tolerances for easy installation and steering alignment giving you a perfect fit right out of the box
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Available for foreign and domestic nameplates
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
  • Powdered metal gusher bearing design enables grease to flow through bearing to stud for reduced friction and enhanced strength
See More

1981 GMC K3500 Tie Rods

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC K3500. Maybe you just need a couple of Tie Rods. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 10 different Tie Rods in our inventory ranging from $11.49 to $215.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 GMC K3500 running smoothly.

Tie Rods are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC K3500. DriveWorks, Moog, and Carquest Premium are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Tie Rods for your 1981 GMC K3500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Tie Rods to keep your 1981 GMC K3500 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Tie Rods Brands To Make Your 1981 GMC K3500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC K3500 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Tie Rods make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your K3500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Tie Rods brands and parts.

Popular Driveworks Tie Rods

We carry Driveworks parts in our stock across Center Tie Rod Ends and Tie Rod End Sleeves categories, plus more. For a 1981 GMC K3500, our most popular Driveworks Tie Rods include:
Steering Tie Rod End
from $18.99
(1)
Steering Tie Rod End
Center Tie Rod Ends
Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve
from $22.49
(11)
Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve
Tie Rod End Sleeves
Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve
from $11.49
(1)
Tie Rod Adjusting Sleeve
Tie Rod End Sleeves

FAQs for 1981 GMC K3500 Tie Rods

What are the most purchased Tie Rods for the 1981 GMC K3500?

Out of 10 Tie Rods for the 1981 GMC K3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Tie Rod End
from $61.99
(2)
Tie Rod End
Tie Rod Ends
TIE ROD END 1 EA DRIVE
from $23.99
This product is not rated
TIE ROD END 1 EA DRIVE
Center Tie Rod Ends
TIE ROD ADJSTG SLEV
from $32.99
This product is not rated
TIE ROD ADJSTG SLEV
Tie Rod End Sleeves