Compression / Tension Rod, et al.

[jasenpeters]

1995 - Nissan Pathfinder - XE-V6, Manual (4WD design, but no 4WD)

 

All,

 

Had an accident during the recent (2021-Feb/Mar) ice storm here in ATX.

Slid across MoPac and busted up the front/rear passenger wheel components.

Namely, as the title says, I need to start with the Compression / Tension Rod (name, according to repair manuals).

Sheared it right in half.

 

I'm having trouble finding a replacement online.

 

I just want to be sure, before going with a Nissan dealer, that there is or is not a more reputable (or well priced) alternative elsewhere.

My local quote was about $105+ (per rod) from the dealer.

 

Also, any recommendations for the remaining components up for consideration:

 - Strut / Shock Absorber

 - Lower Link

 - Upper Link

 - Torsion Bar Spring

These items are all general components of the front suspension/steering, and it may require a complete rebuild (no problem, come what may).

I understand that there may be many more sub/supporting components necessary.

 

Thanks.

 

PS: Please advise on how to get pics larger than 80k per post.

Resolution becomes illegible at that size.

 

Edited April 6, 2021 by jasenpeters

[Slartibartfast]

Wrecking yard is probably your best bet. The strut rods often have wear issues where they go through the hole in the frame bracket, so get a good look at them before buying them.

 

Unfortunately the only way to get decent-sized pictures into a thread here is to host elsewhere and link in. Sounds like the Tapatalk app has a picture host built in, I haven't tried it myself.