Mevotech MS50980 Steering Idler Arm Bracket

Mevotech MS50980 Steering Idler Arm Bracket

The Mevotech MS50980 steering idler arm bracket is a steel, bolt-on replacement built for heavy-duty steering service on Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and Sierra 3500 HD applications. It features a pre-greased design, a grease fitting, and greaseable service points for routine maintenance.

Key Features

• Steel construction for strength in steering support applications
• Pre-greased with a grease fitting included for serviceability
• Greaseable design for regular chassis maintenance
• Bolt-on attachment method with two mounting holes
• Locking nut and hardware included
• M20 - 2.5 thread size
• Mevotech MS50980 direct replacement part number

Detailed Description

Mevotech MS50980 is a steering idler arm bracket engineered as an OE-style replacement for select 2011-2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500 HD trucks, as well as 2011-2023 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD trucks. The steel bracket measures 12.7 in length and 2.54 in width, uses a bolted-on mounting design, and includes a grease fitting, locking nut, and hardware. Its greaseable construction supports routine lubrication, while the anti-corrosion coating noted in fitment details adds protection in demanding truck environments. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K400020 for the same application.

Common Steering Issues This Part Addresses

• Loose or unstable steering feel from a worn idler arm bracket
• Excess play in the steering linkage on heavy-duty trucks
• Noise or movement caused by bracket wear at the mounting points
• Reduced steering support from corrosion or fatigue in the original bracket
• Maintenance concerns where a greaseable replacement is preferred

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This part is listed for N/A position applications on the specified Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD trucks. Use the included hardware and locking nut during installation, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications. After installation, grease the fitting as part of regular chassis maintenance.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech Supreme parts are built for direct replacement use in steering and suspension service, with serviceable features such as grease fittings and greaseable construction for ongoing maintenance.