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Mevotech GK8443 Rack and Pinion Bellows Kit - Front
| Brand | Mevotech GK8443 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Fits | Volkswagen, Ford, Mercury, and Renault · 47 vehicles |
Bellows kit. Protects steering components from dirt and moisture.
Black bellows. Durable, flexible construction for dependable sealing.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 103-2671, Delphi TBR3105 and Dorman - Premium RPK85440PR for the same application. See all 19.
Rack and Pinion Bellows Kit for Front Steering
The Mevotech GK8443 rack and pinion bellows kit is built for front steering applications that need a direct-fit bellows replacement. It is a black bellows assembly with a 191.008 length and molded end diameters of 8.255 and 41.529 for the specified steering gear applications.
Key Features
- Rack and pinion bellows kit for front steering systems
- Black bellows color
- Length: 191.008
- Bellows end 1 inside diameter: 8.255
- Bellows end 2 inside diameter: 41.529
- Mevotech GK8443 replacement part number
Fitment and Application
- Fits 1985-1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet, front
- Fits 1985-1990 Volkswagen Golf, front
- Fits 1984-1989 Ford Tempo, front, with TRW Steering Gear
- Fits 1984-1989 Mercury Topaz, front, with TRW Steering Gear
- Fits 1986-1989 Volkswagen Jetta, front
- Fits 1981-1986 Ford Escort, front
- Fits 1981-1986 Mercury Lynx, front
- Fits 1982-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, front
- Fits 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, front
- Fits 1982-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, front
This Mevotech GK8443 bellows kit cross-references Beck/Arnley 103-2671 and Delphi TBR3105 for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing a torn or cracked rack and pinion bellows
- Protecting steering rack components from dirt and moisture
- Addressing steering rack contamination on Ford Escort and Mercury Lynx front steering systems
- Restoring bellows coverage on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Cabriolet front applications
- Supporting service on Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz models with TRW Steering Gear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify steering gear type and vehicle fitment before installation, especially on 1984-1989 Ford Tempo and 1984-1989 Mercury Topaz models with TRW Steering Gear. Confirm the bellows end diameters and overall length match the original part before service. The Mevotech GK8443 is listed for front-position applications only.
Quality Assurance
Mevotech supplies steering and suspension components for service replacement applications, and this bellows kit is cataloged with direct interchange references for matching the specified fitment.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1989 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1989 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Front | — |
| 1988 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1988 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Front | — |
| 1987 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1987 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Front | — |
| 1986 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1986 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1986 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
| 1986 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Front | — |
| 1985 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1985 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1985 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
| 1985 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | Front | — |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front | — |
| 1984 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1984 | Ford | Tempo | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1984 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
| 1984 | Mercury | Topaz | Front | with TRW Steering Gear |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Convertible | Front | — |
| 1983 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1983 | Mercury | LN7 | Front | — |
| 1983 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Convertible | Front | — |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | Front | — |
| 1982 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1982 | Mercury | LN7 | Front | — |
| 1982 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Convertible | Front | — |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Rabbit Pickup | Front | — |
| 1981 | Ford | Escort | Front | — |
| 1981 | Mercury | Lynx | Front | — |
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