Hi there What makes a difference? While drag link ends are not displayed, tie rod ends are available at nearby car parts retailers.
When my truck’s steering started feeling off, I needed to replace the drag link ends but couldn’t find them at any local car parts stores. However, tie rod ends were readily available everywhere. After some research, I learned that drag link ends are less commonly stocked because they are specific to certain vehicles, especially larger trucks and off-road vehicles, whereas tie rod ends are more universally needed across a wide range of cars.
I ended up ordering the drag link ends online and waiting a few days for delivery. The lesson was that while tie rod ends are more generic and widely available, drag link ends might require some patience and a bit of searching, often needing to be sourced from specialized suppliers or ordered online.