Tie Rod, Left, Type 1 '69 to '77, Except Super Beetle, EMPI

Tie rod ends tend to wear out over time, causing all sorts of excesive play in the steering wheel.  When this happens, it can lead to the car wandering on the road, rut-tracking, poor handling in the wind, or other dangerous driving conditions.  Be sure when replacing tie rod ends that te tie rod itself is straight.  If not, replace the entire tie rod.