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BBB Industries N101-0117 Rack and Pinion Assembly
| Brand | BBB Industries N101-0117 |
|---|---|
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Hydraulic or Electric | Hydraulic |
| Inner Tie Rods Included | Yes |
| Input Shaft Diameter (In) | 0.75 |
| Input Shaft Length (In) | 1.875 |
| New or Remanufactured | New |
| Number of Mounting Holes | 2 |
| Outer Tie Rods Included | No |
| Pressure Port Thread Size | M16X1.50 |
| Rack Length (In) | 45 |
| Return Port Thread Size | M16X1.50 |
| Turns Lock To Lock | 3.25 |
| Product line | New Rack and Pinion |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 4 vehicles |
New rack and pinion. Hydraulic design with bushings and inner tie rods included.
Complete assembly. Built with the key components needed for a cleaner replacement.
Steering gear component. Engineered for precise, responsive steering control.
Cross-references 19320256, F5TZ-3L547-A and F57Z-3504-GC for the same application. See all 4.
Hydraulic Rack and Pinion for Ford Explorer
BBB Industries New Rack and Pinion N101-0117 is a new hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for power steering systems. It is built for direct replacement use on select Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications, with inner tie rods included and bushings included for a complete steering gear service.
Key Features
- New hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
- Inner tie rods included
- Bushings included
- 2 mounting holes
- Pressure and return port thread size: M16x1.50
- Input shaft diameter: 0.75 in.
- Input shaft length: 1.875 in.
- Rack length: 45 in.
- Turns lock to lock: 3.25
Product Details
The BBB Industries New Rack and Pinion line focuses on replacement steering gears built for hydraulic power steering systems. Part number N101-0117 is a new rack and pinion assembly that matches the listed port sizes, shaft dimensions, and steering ratio requirements for the application. This part cross-references Ford service numbers such as F5TZ-3L547-A and F57Z-3504-GC for the same application. Use N101-0117 when replacing a worn steering gear on 1995-1997 Ford Explorer or 1997 Mercury Mountaineer models equipped with power steering.
What It Helps Fix
- Steering play or looseness at the wheel
- Fluid leakage from the rack and pinion assembly
- Rough or inconsistent hydraulic steering response
- Excessive steering effort in power steering systems
- Noise or binding caused by worn internal steering components
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 1995-1997 Ford Explorer, N/A. Fits 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A. Confirm hydraulic power steering, port thread size, and mounting points before installation. Inspect steering lines, tie rod ends, and alignment settings during replacement. Professional alignment is recommended after steering gear service.
Quality Assurance
BBB Industries supplies new steering components for replacement applications, and this rack and pinion is built as a new unit rather than remanufactured. Verify all fitment details against the vehicle before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | Compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.; New Rack and Pinion |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | Compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.; New Rack and Pinion |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | Compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.; New Rack and Pinion |
| 1995 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | Compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.; New Rack and Pinion |
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