Hard steering , feels like power steering has gone south

Thanks Al. If I support the vehicle on jack stands, will that do it?
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"Al Haunts" > wrote in message
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> On Sat, 2 Apr 2005 06:50:38 -0500, "Pepper" > wrote:
>
>>I have attached 2 picture of a damaged tie rod end on a 1990 Nissan
>>Sentra.
>>I am experiencing hard steering. Could this be the root of the problem?
>>It
>>looks easy enough to replace the damaged part.
>>Is there anything I should be aware of? Keep in mind I am a novice.
>>Thanks
>>
> Yeah, I'd say that rod end is probably the culprit. Best to change it
> now before it separates and your steering suddenly goes from "hard" to
> "none" (no fun). Might as well do both sides judging by the age of
> the car.
>
> If you don't know how to change these, get help from somebody who
> does. They are not difficult to change, but you MUST raise & support
> the vehicle safely. Having your Nissan fall on top of you is also no
> fun.
>
> Since it looks like impact damage, be sure to inspect the rest of the
> suspension/steering gear while you are at it.
>
> You'll need a front end alignment as soon as you're done.
>
> Regards, Al.
>