Steering parts availability

[marks73]

Are center links still available for our 73's? The GRAB-A-TRAK kit doesn't come with the center link, idler arm or pitman arm

 

[machman_73]

I'm not sure if they sell the ctr link. Hemikiller has lots of parts for sale

http://www.7173mustangs.com/thread-all-sorts-of-71-73-parts-for-sale

 

[marks73]

As far as I know there is nothing wrong with mine other than age. Still, I would replace it with new if it's available.

 

[cobra3073]

The Grab-A-Track marketer (Mustang Plus) shows a rebuild and return service in their catalog for the Center Link Kit for the '71-'73 Musgtangs. They also show a Grab-A-Track Pitman Arms (has a core charge) available.

Also included in the catalog (under the Grab-A-Track brand) is a new steering rebuild kit which includes 2 inner tie rod ends, two outer tie rod ends, 2 tie rod adjusting sleeves and 1 Idler arm.

Hope this helps.

BT

 

[Hemikiller]

There is nothing to wear on the 71-3 center link. Check it for straightness overall and any possible rust damage at the idler arm stud. Other than those two issues, no need to spend any money.

A word of warning, many of the idler arms that are "71-73" do not fit. I gave up on my search back in '03 and just replaced the bushings in my arm. They're available from most any parts store.

Pitman arm is also a must do, as they get sloppy and make the steering feel loose. There is a manual and power pitman, make sure you get the correct one.

 

[marks73]

Thanks Hemikiller. I kept my idler arm centerlink and pitman arm just in case. Had a feeling there might be issue finding those. ::yourock::

 

[Flatback72]

I bought my idler and pitman arms just recently from Mustangs Unlimited - they both fitted up perfectly:

http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=K8165+01

and

http://www.mustangsunlimited.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=P71P+01

 

[marks73]

Thanks Flatback72,

That sure looks better than these knuckleheads

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_Pitman-Arm-Rare-Parts_20513181-P_69_R%7CGRPCHASAMS_1259871728____ :dodgy:

 

[Hemikiller]

Careful with those MU suspension bits. They look to be sourcing them from parts unknown. $35 for a pitman arm is flashing red light cheap....