{"product_id":"bbb-industries-n101-0104-rack-and-pinion-assembly","title":"BBB Industries N101-0104 Rack and Pinion Assembly","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHydraulic Rack and Pinion for Ford and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBB Industries New Rack and Pinion N101-0104 is a new hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for select 1980-1981 Ford and Mercury rear-wheel-drive applications with power steering. It includes inner tie rods and is built for vehicles without Performance Suspension using the Ford design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this rack and pinion assembly for a direct steering gear replacement on 1980-1981 Ford Fairmont, 1980-1981 Ford Mustang, 1980-1981 Mercury Capri, 1980-1981 Mercury Cougar, and 1980-1981 Mercury Zephyr with the listed power steering configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic rack and pinion assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew, not remanufactured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner tie rods included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter tie rods not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput shaft diameter: 0.75 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput shaft length: 2 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack length: 45 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurns lock to lock: 3.063\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure port thread size: 9\/16x18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn port thread size: 5\/8x18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBB Industries N101-0104 is a hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for steering systems that require the Ford design used on select 1980-1981 Ford Fairmont, Mustang, Mercury Capri, Cougar, and Zephyr models. The New Rack and Pinion product line focuses on replacement steering components built as new assemblies, making this unit a straightforward option when replacing a worn steering rack with the correct hydraulic configuration and port sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith inner tie rods included and outer tie rods excluded, this assembly is set up for applications that match the original steering layout. The 45-inch rack length, 0.75-inch input shaft diameter, and 3.063 turns lock to lock help identify the correct steering gear for the listed vehicles. Part number N101-0104 is also a useful reference when searching for a hydraulic rack and pinion for 1980-1981 Ford Mustang or 1980-1981 Mercury Capri power steering service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive steering play or looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid leakage from a worn hydraulic rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough or inconsistent steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or binding from internal steering gear wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure to maintain proper steering control in the listed Ford and Mercury applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm power steering, Ford design, and the no-Performance-Suspension application before installation. Match the pressure and return port thread sizes, mounting hole count, and input shaft dimensions to the original steering gear. Inspect related steering components, alignment settings, and hydraulic lines during replacement to help ensure proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBBB Industries supplies new steering components under its New Rack and Pinion line, and N101-0104 is built as a new replacement assembly for the specified vehicle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BBB Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45227930943669,"sku":"BGRT-N101-0104","price":624.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/VI_N1010104_Fro.jpg?v=1775137437","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bbb-industries-n101-0104-rack-and-pinion-assembly","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}