SKP SDS820 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner
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SKP SDS820 Steering Tie Rod End - Inner

Brand SKP SDS820
Position Inner
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 87 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Direct-fit steering tie rod end for classic steering linkage service.

Fitment coverage. Built for Ford and Mercury applications across 1973-1979 model years.

Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MDS820, D3AZ3A131A and DS820 for the same application. See all 3.

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Steering Tie Rod End Overview

The SKP SDS820 is an inner steering tie rod end for classic Ford and Mercury full-size and intermediate platforms. It is a direct-fit steering component for restoring steering linkage function on applications such as Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Cougar, and Lincoln Continental.

Key Features

  • Direct-fit inner steering tie rod end for steering linkage service.
  • Compatible with Ford and Mercury applications from 1973-1979.
  • Supports precise steering connection in the center of the linkage.
  • Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts DS820 and Mevotech Supreme MDS820 for the same application.
  • Part number SDS820 for catalog and fitment verification.

Detailed Description

The SKP SDS820 is built for inner steering linkage replacement on a range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Compatible applications include Fits 1974-1979 Ford Thunderbird, inner; Fits 1975-1979 Lincoln Continental, inner; Fits 1974-1979 Mercury Cougar, inner; and Fits 1974-1978 Ford LTD, inner. Additional coverage includes Mercury Grand Marquis, Marquis, Montego, and Colony Park applications listed in the fitment data. Use SDS820 when servicing worn steering linkage components on these classic platforms.

What It Is Used For

  • Correcting looseness in the steering linkage.
  • Replacing a worn inner tie rod end.
  • Addressing steering play or imprecise response.
  • Restoring proper linkage connection in the steering system.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inner position and exact year breakpoints before ordering, especially for 1973 Ford LTD, Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Marquis, and Mercury Montego applications with mid-year notes. Confirm the vehicle’s steering linkage configuration against the fitment table and inspect related steering components during service. Part number SDS820 should be matched to the application before installation.

Quality Assurance

SKP offers an OE-style replacement steering component for cataloged fitment applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., DS820) and Mevotech Supreme (e.g., MDS820) for the same application.

Related reading

This part fits 87 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
1979FordLTD II—Inner—
1979FordRanchero—Inner—
1979FordThunderbird—Inner—
1979LincolnContinental—Inner—
1979LincolnMark V—Inner—
1979MercuryCougar—Inner—
1978FordLTD—Inner—
1978FordLTD II—Inner—
1978FordRanchero—Inner—
1978FordThunderbird—Inner—
1978LincolnContinental—Inner—
1978LincolnMark V—Inner—
1978MercuryCougar—Inner—
1978MercuryGrand Marquis—Inner—
1978MercuryMarquis—Inner—
1977FordCustom 500—Inner—
1977FordLTD—Inner—
1977FordLTD II—Inner—
1977FordRanchero—Inner—
1977FordThunderbird—Inner—
1977LincolnContinental—Inner—
1977LincolnMark V—Inner—
1977MercuryCougar—Inner—
1977MercuryGrand Marquis—Inner—
1977MercuryMarquis—Inner—
1976FordCustom 500—Inner—
1976FordElite—Inner—
1976FordGran Torino—Inner—
1976FordLTD—Inner—
1976FordRanchero—Inner—
1976FordThunderbird—Inner—
1976FordTorino—Inner—
1976LincolnContinental—Inner—
1976LincolnMark IV—Inner—
1976MercuryCougar—Inner—
1976MercuryGrand Marquis—Inner—
1976MercuryMarquis—Inner—
1976MercuryMontegoBaseInner—
1976MercuryMontegoMXInner—
1976MercuryMontegoMX BroughamInner—
1975FordCustom 500—Inner—
1975FordElite—Inner—
1975FordGran Torino—Inner—
1975FordLTD—Inner—
1975FordRanchero—Inner—
1975FordThunderbird—Inner—
1975FordTorino—Inner—
1975LincolnContinental—Inner—
1975LincolnMark IV—Inner—
1975MercuryCougar—Inner—
1975MercuryGrand Marquis—Inner—
1975MercuryMarquis—Inner—
1975MercuryMontegoBaseInner—
1975MercuryMontegoBroughamInner—
1975MercuryMontegoVillagerInner—
1975MercuryMontegoMXInner—
1974FordCountry Sedan—Inner—
1974FordCountry Squire—Inner—
1974FordCustom 500—Inner—
1974FordGalaxie 500—Inner—
1974FordGran Torino—Inner—
1974FordLTD—Inner—
1974FordRanch Wagon—Inner—
1974FordRanchero—Inner—
1974FordThunderbird—Inner—
1974FordTorino—Inner—
1974LincolnMark IV—Inner—
1974MercuryColony Park—Inner—
1974MercuryCougar—Inner—
1974MercuryMarquis—Inner—
1974MercuryMontegoBaseInner—
1974MercuryMontegoVillagerInner—
1974MercuryMontegoMXInner—
1974MercuryMontegoMX BroughamInner—
1974MercuryMonterey—Inner—
1973FordCountry Sedan—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973FordCountry Squire—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973FordCustom 500—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973FordGalaxie 500—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973FordLTD—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973FordRanch Wagon—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973MercuryColony Park—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973MercuryMarquis—InnerFrom 5/14/73
1973MercuryMontegoBaseInnerFrom 3/14/73
1973MercuryMontegoGTInnerFrom 3/14/73
1973MercuryMontegoMXInnerFrom 3/14/73
1973MercuryMonterey—InnerFrom 5/14/73
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Mevotech Supreme — MDS820D3AZ3A131ADS820