Dorman 523-020 Radius Arm Bracket - Right

Dorman 523-020 Radius Arm Bracket

Dorman 523-020 is a steel radius arm bracket built as a direct replacement for the original equipment bracket on select Ford trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable fitment on the right side of the suspension.

Key Features

• Steel construction for suspension bracket strength
• Black finish
• Round shape with one mounting hole
• Mounting hardware included
• Non-adjustable design for OE-style replacement fit
• Mounting hole diameter: 11.6 mm
• Dimensions: 11 in. length, 9 in. width, 4.2 in. thickness

Detailed Description

This radius arm bracket is made for right-side suspension service on Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Ford F-100, and Ford Bronco applications listed below. Dorman 523-020 is a practical OE replacement for restoring the radius arm mounting point when the original bracket is worn, damaged, or no longer holding alignment correctly. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8777 and Mevotech Supreme MK8777 for the same application.

Fits 1981-1996 Ford F-250, right, under 8,500 lb. GVW. Fits 1980-1990 Ford Bronco, right. Fits 1980-1990 Ford F-150, right. Fits 1981-1984 Ford F-350, right. Fits 1980-1983 Ford F-100, right. Fits 1980 Ford F-250, right, under 8,500 lb. GVW; from 4/80. Fits 1980 Ford F-350, right; from 4/80.

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a cracked or bent radius arm bracket on the right side
• Restoring suspension mounting integrity after corrosion damage
• Correcting looseness at the radius arm attachment point
• Addressing alignment issues caused by a damaged bracket
• Repairing worn OE bracket mounting surfaces on classic Ford trucks and Bronco models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, model, right-side application, and any GVW or production-date notes before installation. Inspect the radius arm, frame mounting area, and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before bolting in the new bracket. Use the included hardware where specified and confirm the mounting hole diameter matches the vehicle’s original setup.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this bracket is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to replace the original equipment bracket on specific vehicles. The part is built to meet the needs of OE-style suspension repair on listed Ford applications.