Sunsong 8401238 Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal Kit - Lower

Brand Sunsong 8401238
Position Lower
Fits Ford · 12 vehicles

Steering repair kit. Contains the quality components required for steering unit repair.

For steering gear seal replacement and service.

Cross-references Anchor 8715, Gates 348780 and Global Parts Distributors LLC 2286 for the same application. See all 4.

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Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal Kit for Ford E-Series

Sunsong 8401238 is a steering gear pitman shaft seal kit for repairing the steering unit on select Ford E-Series vans and wagon models. It contains the quality components needed for steering unit repair and is a direct-fit service part for lower steering gear applications.

  • Steering gear pitman shaft seal kit for steering unit repair
  • Fits 1992-1995 Ford E-350 Econoline, lower
  • Fits 1992-1995 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, lower
  • Fits 1996 Ford E-250 Econoline, lower, w/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
  • Fits 1996 Ford E-350 Econoline, lower, w/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
  • Fits 1996 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, lower, w/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle

This Sunsong 8401238 seal kit is used during steering gear service to restore sealing at the pitman shaft area. It is a practical repair part for Ford E-350 Econoline and Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon steering systems, as well as the 1996 Ford E-250 Econoline with the specified front axle rating. This part cross-references Gates 348780 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

  • Steering gear fluid leakage at the pitman shaft
  • Wet or contaminated steering gear housing
  • Loss of steering gear seal integrity during rebuild
  • Service replacement for worn lower steering seals
  • Repair work on Ford E-Series steering units

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the steering gear configuration before installation, including lower position and axle rating where noted. Clean the steering gear housing thoroughly, inspect the shaft and sealing surfaces for wear, and follow the vehicle service procedure for disassembly and reassembly. Confirm application by matching the vehicle year, model, and steering gear position to the fitment listed for Sunsong 8401238.

Quality Assurance

Sunsong supplies the components required for steering unit repair in this kit. Part number 8401238 is cataloged for select Ford E-250 Econoline, Ford E-350 Econoline, and Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon applications.

This part fits 12 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1996FordE-250 EconolineLowerw/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
1996FordE-350 EconolineLowerw/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
1996FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonLowerw/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
1996FordEconoline Super DutyLowerw/ 4200 Lb. and Higher Front Axle
1995FordE-350 EconolineLower—
1995FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonLower—
1994FordE-350 EconolineLower—
1994FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonLower—
1993FordE-350 EconolineLower—
1993FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonLower—
1992FordE-350 EconolineLower—
1992FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonLower—
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 8715Gates — 348780Global Parts Distributors LLC — 2286Hayden — 5072