BBB Industries 101-0205 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Reman Rack and Pinion for Lincoln LS and Thunderbird

BBB Industries Reman Rack and Pinion 101-0205 is a hydraulic steering gear assembly built for direct replacement in select Ford and Lincoln applications. It is remanufactured with inner tie rods and bushings included, and it uses the OE-style mounting and port specifications needed for a proper steering system service.

Key Features

• Remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• Inner tie rods included; outer tie rods not included
• Bushings included for installation support
• 3 mounting holes with 11.13 in. mounting-hole spacing
• Input shaft diameter: 0.75 in. with 1.5 in. shaft length
• Pressure port thread size: 14 mm; return port thread size: 11 mm
• Turns lock to lock: 2.75
• Rack length: 44.813 in.

Product Details

BBB Industries Reman Rack and Pinion 101-0205 is part of the Reman Rack and Pinion product line, which focuses on remanufactured steering gear assemblies built to match the original hydraulic layout. This unit is specified for power steering systems and is supplied without the EVO component. It is a direct-fit steering rack for select 2003-2006 Ford Thunderbird and Lincoln LS models, including 2003 vehicles built from 11/18/2002 and later where noted. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 19320309) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2004-2006 Lincoln LS, N/A; Power Steering; Supplied w/o EVO Component; Reman Rack and Pinion
• Fits 2004-2005 Ford Thunderbird, N/A; Power Steering; Supplied w/o EVO Component; Reman Rack and Pinion
• Fits 2003 Ford Thunderbird, N/A; Power Steering; Supplied w/o EVO Component; From 11/18/2002; Reman Rack and Pinion
• Fits 2003 Lincoln LS, N/A; Power Steering; Supplied w/o EVO Component; From 11/18/2002; Reman Rack and Pinion

Common Repair Uses

• Steering play or looseness in the wheel
• Hydraulic steering fluid leaks from the rack assembly
• Uneven or inconsistent steering response
• Noisy steering operation caused by worn internal components
• Replacement for a worn rack and pinion in Ford Thunderbird or Lincoln LS power steering systems

Installation Notes

Verify port thread sizes, mounting-hole spacing, and input shaft dimensions before installation. Transfer or replace any vehicle-specific components not included with the assembly, and inspect the hydraulic lines, tie rod ends, and steering fluid condition during service. Because this rack is supplied without the EVO component, confirm the vehicle configuration matches the listed fitment notes before installation.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactures steering components to meet application-specific fitment requirements for service replacement use. Confirm all measurements and vehicle notes against the original unit before installation to ensure proper steering system operation.