That's how you're supposed to do it. On our cars, it doesn't really make a difference if you hit the tie rod stud as it's tapered.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
CEG Dragon Run - October 13-15