Rack and Pinion Replacement - Interconnected Parts to Consider Replacing at the Same Time ???

Wondering what other steering components one might consider replacing while the truck is pulled apart to replace the Rack and Pinion?

Or any if you have experience or feedback with the APEX KIT400 and ENERGY bushings?

Backstory:

While I was having my alignment done following my SPC UCAs install, the alignment tech found that one of my Tie Rod ends were bent. So I went head and ordered the APEX KIT400 to replace both sides all the way to the rack and pinion. When they pulled the boot the floor was flooded with fluid, I guess the seals were shot.

APEX CHASIS - KIT400 - Toyota Tacoma 05-23 Tie Rod Kit

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Energy Suspension Parts - Steering Rack Bushings

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Rack and Pinion Toyota OEM Parts# 44250-04030

 

Diff mount bushings... check them. You.may not needed them, but mine were installed upside down and were ruined... from the dealer when they did frame replacement.

4165360030 - Arm Bushing (for Differential Mount) For Toyota - Febest

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DM9TBWO?ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image

 

Thanks I'll have them look into it while it up on the rack.

 

lower steering shaft and get PS hose kit as the end on the rack is a PITA to take off and a simple cut of the line is easier than fighting those fittings

Dont forget to drop the trans support bracket, it gives you the room you need in there