1107 HD OEM Tie Rod Sleeve Upgrade

Features:

• Increases tie rod diameter from 1/2in to 1in
• Strengthens weak factory steering components
• Made from heavy-duty steel construction
• Helps prevent tie rod bending or failure
• Ideal for trucks with larger wheels or tires
• Simple bolt-on install takes about an hour
• Replaces the factory tie rod jam nut
• Improves steering stability under heavy load
• Compatible with 2011-2024 6.6L Duramax trucks
• Designed for use with OEM tie rods only
• Reduces risk of alignment loss off-road

Protect Your Steering With A Simple Strong Upgrade

If you've added bigger wheels and tires to your Duramax, your steering just took on a lot more stress. The stock tie rods on most GM trucks are surprisingly thin, and it doesn’t take much to bend them when you're turning under pressure. That’s where the Rough Country HD OEM Tie Rod Sleeve Upgrade comes in. This easy bolt-on solution more than doubles the tie rod’s outer diameter from 1/2 inch to a full inch, giving your steering setup the reinforcement it needs to handle real-world abuse. Whether you're hauling, off-roading, or just want peace of mind during everyday driving, this upgrade helps protect against premature wear and alignment issues. Installation is straightforward and takes about an hour, with no cutting or complicated tools required. It’s a simple, affordable way to lock in steering strength before problems ever start.

Heavy Duty Sleeves That Reinforce Factory Tie Rods

The Rough Country 1107 Tie Rod Sleeve Upgrade is designed to strengthen the OEM steering link on 2011-2024 Silverado and Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD trucks equipped with the 6.6L Duramax. Made from heavy-duty steel, these sleeves slide over the factory inner tie rods and replace the original jam nut, increasing the outside diameter from 1/2 inch to 1 inch. This added thickness helps prevent tie rod deflection under pressure, improving steering responsiveness and reducing the risk of component failure. The design retains compatibility with factory tie rods, making it an ideal upgrade for trucks that haven’t swapped out the steering system. It’s especially beneficial for trucks running aftermarket wheels, oversized tires, or regularly operating under heavy loads. With a simple bolt-on installation, the sleeves can be installed in your own garage in under an hour. This upgrade delivers real strength where it counts, without requiring a full steering overhaul.

Fitment: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 GM Silverado/Sierra 2500HD/3500HD 6.6L Duramax

Notes:

• Fits 2011-2024 GM 2500HD/3500HD 6.6L Duramax trucks
• Designed specifically for use with OEM tie rods only
• Replaces factory jam nut with heavy-duty steel sleeve
• Increases tie rod diameter from 1/2 inch to 1 inch
• Recommended for trucks with larger tires or wheel upgrades
• Helps reduce risk of tie rod bending under load
• Improves steering strength and long-term alignment integrity
• Easy bolt-on installation takes approximately one hour
• No cutting, welding, or modification required