Is My Mechanics Opinion Trustworthy

[dnomyar1702]

Hi Everyone,

I purchased this car 3 weeks ago and when I took it to a mechanic for a general inspection, I was told that I need to replace the tie rod ends and tension rod associated with my front 2 wheels.

I have attached photos of both drivers side and passengers side tie rod ends and tension rod.

Do you guys agree with the mechanic? The drivers side TRE looks like it definitely needs a new rubber boot but I'm not sure if this warrants an entire replacement. The handling of the car feels fine.

I have also attached an underneath photo of the engine bay which shows evidence that something is leaking. My mechanic says that its "normal" and I shouldn't worry about it. I constantly check up on the power steering resovoir and nothing seems to be out of the ordinary. Anyone have any idea why my mechanic would think this is normal or alternatively suggest where else I should look?

I really appreciate your help!

Ray

[Kinks]

Replace both tie rod ends and the radius rod bushes. If one tie rod has gone then the other is about to, and once the boot breaks they will fill up with dirt, wear themselves out and start rattling around. Replacing just the rubber boot is cheap ass behaviour, excel driver mentality

The oil weeping down the exhaust side of the motor isn't excessive, especially if you aren't getting any drips on the ground. Degrease it, and then look after a day or two to see where it's coming from. Then you can fix it for good.

[mad082]

your mechanic seems to be pretty right. with the tie rod end, i have a feeling the the base rubber is part of the TRE and not a seperate part that can be replaced (i could be wrong though).

as for the oil leaking, there are 2 common places for oil leaks in skylines. 1st is the power steering, which you say you've checked. the 2nd is the rocker/cam covers.

[mikeyR33-T]

your mechanic seems to be pretty right. with the tie rod end, i have a feeling the the base rubber is part of the TRE and not a seperate part that can be replaced (i could be wrong though).

as for the oil leaking, there are 2 common places for oil leaks in skylines. 1st is the power steering, which you say you've checked. the 2nd is the rocker/cam covers.

seems about right, have been told the same, some leak from rocker cover gasket, need changing - how serious is something like this?

and the tie rod ends and bushes are common as always too ive been told. general wear and tear need replacing on most cars.

[dnomyar1702]

Thanks guys ...I will be replacing the TREs, radius rods and rocker/cam covers next weekend through my mechanic.