BBB Industries 503-0137 Steering Gear

Reman Steering Gear for Power Steering Systems

BBB Industries Reman Steering Gear Part Number 503-0137 is a remanufactured electric steering gear built for vehicles with power steering. It is specified with a 3-turn lock-to-lock design, 3 mounting holes, and included installation kit for a direct replacement service on select Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, and Dodge B-Series applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured electric steering gear
• Part number 503-0137
• Input shaft diameter: 0.72 in. / 18.29 mm
• Output shaft diameter: 1.25 in. / 31.75 mm
• Input shaft spline count: 26
• Output shaft spline count: 32
• Pressure port thread size: M18x1.50
• Return port thread size: M16x1.50
• Inlet size: M18x1.50
• Outlet size: M16x1.50
• 3 mounting holes
• Turns lock to lock: 3
• Installation kit included

Detailed Description

BBB Industries Reman Steering Gear 503-0137 is a remanufactured steering gear assembly for electric power steering applications. It is built with the specified shaft diameters, spline counts, and port thread sizes to match the original steering connection points and hydraulic/electrical interface requirements listed for the application. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. BBB Industries Reman Steering Gear line focuses on replacement steering components that follow application-specific OE-style dimensions and mounting points, making it a practical choice for service work on Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, GMC Savana 3500, and select Dodge B-Series vans.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive steering play or loose steering feel
• Hard steering effort in power steering-equipped vans
• Internal wear in the original steering gear assembly
• Leaking or worn steering gear connection points
• Steering response issues tied to a failing gear box

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s steering system type before ordering, since this steering gear is listed for electric applications and power steering-equipped vehicles. Confirm the input and output shaft dimensions, spline counts, and M18x1.50 pressure port and M16x1.50 return port thread sizes against the original unit before installation. The included installation kit supports the replacement process, and alignment should be checked after steering gear replacement. Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, N/A; power steering; 7700 or 8600 lb. GVW. Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1996-2002 GMC Savana 2500, N/A; power steering; 7700 or 8600 lb. GVW. Fits 1996-2002 GMC Savana 3500, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B1500, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B2500, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B3500, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1994 Dodge B150, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1994 Dodge B250, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering. Fits 1994 Dodge B350, N/A; compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries reman steering components are built to meet application-specific replacement requirements for fit and function. This part is remanufactured and identified by OE cross-reference 19321385 for the listed applications.