{"product_id":"howbow-club-car-ds-tie-rod-end-kit-3-piece-for-1976-2008-greaseable-hardened-steel-lh-rh","title":"HOWBOW Club Car DS Tie Rod End Kit 3-Piece for 1976–2008 — Greaseable Hardened Steel LH\/RH","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement 3-piece tie rod end kit for Club Car DS (1976–2008) that restores accurate steering and durable suspension performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen steering play or worn ball joints make your Club Car DS feel sloppy, this HOWBOW three-piece tie rod end set offers a direct-fit replacement for OEM parts 7539 and 7540. Built from hardened steel with corrosion-resistant finishes and clearly marked LH\/RH threads, the kit is designed to match factory geometry for both gas and electric DS models produced between 1976 and 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this kit improve steering response?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn tie rod ends create looseness and imprecise steering. Installing the HOWBOW ball joints removes end play, returning consistent toe alignment and firmer steering feedback without changing your cart’s factory steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEliminates slack from aged rod ends for crisper turning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRestores correct toe to reduce uneven tire wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrease fittings maintain smooth pivot action when serviced properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Club Car DS models and OEM numbers does this replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis HOWBOW set is manufactured to fit Club Car DS gas and electric models made from 1976 through 2008. The kit replaces OEM part numbers 7539 (right-hand thread) and 7540 (left-hand thread) so you can swap parts without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect-fit for Club Car DS 1976–2008, gas and electric variants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes two left-hand threaded pieces and one right-hand threaded piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatches OEM thread orientation for straightforward installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and features ensure long service life?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHOWBOW uses high-strength steel with a hard surface finish to resist deformation and corrosion. The parts include grease fittings for maintenance and clear LH\/RH thread markings to prevent cross-threading during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-quality steel construction for toughness under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRust-resistant coating extends service intervals in wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreaseable joints for periodic lubrication — do not disassemble the sealed joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I install and maintain these tie rod ends?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation follows standard tie rod replacement procedures: remove the old ends, thread the new parts to match alignment marks, and torque to factory specs. Periodically apply grease at the fittings to keep the joints moving smoothly, but avoid taking the joints apart or over-greasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwap in place of OEM 7539\/7540; no modifications required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse factory torque values and alignment check after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrease fittings allow service without dismantling the sealed joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Owners, fleet managers, and repair shops working on Club Car DS golf carts from 1976 to 2008 who need a reliable, OEM-compatible steering component. If you want to eliminate steering play, maintain proper tire wear, and use parts designed for straightforward installation and routine servicing, this HOWBOW 3-piece ball joint kit is a practical replacement choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this kit fit electric and gas Club Car DS models?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The HOWBOW 3-piece kit fits Club Car DS gas and electric models made from 1976 to 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are the threads left- and right-handed included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The kit contains two left-hand threaded pieces (OEM 7540) and one right-hand threaded piece (OEM 7539).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"HOWBOW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67590706725049,"sku":"B0BPLZ5972","price":75.74,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/3765\/3177\/files\/howbow-clubcar-ds-tie-rod-kit-front-view.jpg?v=1790536160","url":"https:\/\/redleafauto.ca\/products\/howbow-club-car-ds-tie-rod-end-kit-3-piece-for-1976-2008-greaseable-hardened-steel-lh-rh","provider":"Redleaf Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}