Mevotech GK7051 Steering Idler Arm - Front

Mevotech GK7051 Steering Idler Arm

The Mevotech GK7051 steering idler arm is a front steering component for 1975-1978 Dodge B100, B200, and B300 vans. It is built with a painted finish, comes pre-greased, and includes the dust boot and related service hardware called out in the product data.

Key Features

• Direct-fit steering idler arm for front steering linkage service
• Pre-greased for initial lubrication at installation
• Painted finish for corrosion resistance on exposed chassis components
• Dust boot included to help protect the pivot area from road debris
• Castle nut, cotter pin, washer, and hardware included
• Length: 8.03 in.; width: 1.875 in.
• Attachment method: arm to pivot

Detailed Description

The Mevotech GK7051 is a steering idler arm for front-end repair on Dodge B100, B200, and B300 applications from 1975 through 1978. As part of the steering, gear and related components category, it supports the linkage that helps maintain steering response and alignment geometry in the front suspension system. This part cross-references Delphi TA5206 and Dorman - Premium IA7051PR for the same application. Mevotech GK7051 is a practical replacement choice when servicing a worn idler arm on a Dodge B100, B200, or B300 front steering setup.

What It Helps Fix

• Steering play or looseness in the front linkage
• Clunking or knocking from a worn pivot area
• Uneven steering response during lane changes or turns
• Excess movement caused by a deteriorated idler arm assembly
• Road debris intrusion around the pivot point

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1975-1978 Dodge B100, front; Fits 1975-1978 Dodge B200, front; Fits 1975-1978 Dodge B300, front. Verify steering linkage condition before installation and inspect adjacent components for wear, including related joints and bushings. Use the included castle nut, cotter pin, washer, and hardware during installation, and confirm proper torque and steering alignment after service. The pre-greased design helps simplify initial setup, but final inspection of the pivot area is still recommended.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech GK7051 is built as a service replacement steering idler arm with the listed fitment and included service components for the specified Dodge van applications. The part number GK7051 can also help confirm ordering accuracy when matching the correct front steering idler arm for these vehicles.