[1974carrera]

Thanks for the reply, and yes, I do have the spacers. As far as tightening the inner tie rod joint to the rack, I have a very narrow crow foot that I can use with a torque wrench. The reason I asked about a torque spec is because I'm a little spooked about that connection since there is no provision to mechanically lock it. Maybe I should make a lock tab for it, similar to what's used on Lemforder tie rods on M3's? Maybe I should use red Loctite? Maybe I'm exhibiting some sort of neurosis? Seriously, has anyone done anything to secure this connection beyond blue Loctite and good 'n tight, or is it really just a non-issue?
Thanks in advance.