Cardone 27-7501 Steering Gear

Remanufactured Steering Gear for Classic Trucks

Cardone 27-7501 is a remanufactured power steering gear box built for direct-fit replacement in select Dodge, Chevrolet, and GMC applications. It is engineered to restore steering response, reduce play, and support consistent wheel control in vehicles such as the Dodge D100 and Chevrolet C10.

The Cardone Steering Gear line focuses on OE-style fitment and tested performance for steering gear replacement jobs. Part number 27-7501 is remanufactured to match original equipment dimensions and hydraulic function, making it a practical choice for restoring steering feel on older trucks and SUVs.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment steering gear for direct vehicle fit
• 100% new O-rings and lip seals for leak-resistant operation
• Critical components tested for reliability and function
• Shafts surfaced to precise specifications to help reduce premature seal wear
• Rust-inhibitive Cool Dip finish for durable surface protection
• Hydraulically tested to verify fit and performance before release
• Power steering gear box with standard pump rotation

Detailed Product Overview

This steering gear box is the core hydraulic/mechanical link between the steering wheel and the front wheels. Cardone remanufactures part number 27-7501 to OE specifications, with attention to sealing surfaces, shaft finish, and hydraulic integrity. The result is a replacement steering gear intended to restore predictable steering response on classic Dodge, Chevrolet, and GMC trucks and SUVs.

Compatible With 1975-1977 Dodge D100, with Standard Rotation; In-Line Filter available; with Power Steering Gear; Steering Gear. Compatible With 1977 Dodge D150, with Standard Rotation; In-Line Filter available; with Power Steering Gear; Steering Gear. Compatible With 1975-1977 Dodge D200 and D300, plus 1974-1977 Dodge Ramcharger, and 1975-1977 Dodge W100, W200, and W300, with the same steering gear configuration. Compatible With 1977 Dodge W150, with Standard Rotation; In-Line Filter available; with Power Steering Gear; Steering Gear. Compatible With 1975-1976 Chevrolet C10, C20, C30, 1968-1976 Chevrolet C10 Suburban and C20 Suburban, 1975-1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, 1970-1976 GMC Jimmy, and 1970-1974 Chevrolet Blazer, with power steering gear applications noted in the fitment data.

Common Steering Issues It Can Address

• Excessive steering wheel play or vague on-center feel
• Hydraulic leaks from worn seals or O-rings
• Rough steering response caused by internal wear
• Reduced steering precision in aging power steering systems
• Corrosion-related wear on exposed steering gear surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the input shaft, output shaft, and port thread sizes before installation. This unit uses a 0.80 in. input shaft diameter, 31 + flat & groove spline count, 1.25 in. output shaft diameter, 11/16 x 18 pressure port thread, and 5/8 x 18 return port thread. The package includes the gear, instruction sheet, flushing instruction, and instruction tag. Follow the flushing instructions carefully to help protect the replacement gear and the rest of the power steering system.

Part number 27-7501 is listed with 4 mounting holes, pitman arm not included, and a black finish. For fitment-sensitive repairs on Dodge D100, Chevrolet C10, and related classic truck platforms, confirm the vehicle’s steering gear configuration against the application notes before installation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this steering gear to match OE performance and hydraulically tests each unit to confirm fit and function. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part, supporting a more resource-efficient repair choice. This part cross-references Dodge 3893469 for the same application.