4 Wheel Drive/SUVs: 2004 chey 1500 4 wheel drive, reputable shop, side tire

Question
Every time I put my truck in 4 wheel drive and it starts to spin it bends the right side tire rod. What could be the problem?

Answer
Chris,

I'm not sure what you are calling the "tire rod" as this is not a standard term.  There is a "tie rod" which is a steering component that ties the front wheels together for steering.

It sounds like you have a worn or broken suspension or steering component. As this is a problem that I've never ran into, and I'm not there to look at the front end, I really can't give you a positive answer.


I would suggest that you take the rig to a reputable shop and find out what's broke or worn.

Carl