Timken B1816 Steering Gear Sector Shaft Bearing

Timken B1816 Steering Gear Sector Shaft Bearing

The Timken B1816 is a steering gear sector shaft bearing built for specific Ford steering gear applications. It is engineered to meet or exceed original equipment bearing performance requirements and is backed by Timken’s long history as an OE supplier to the automotive industry.

Key Features

• Steering gear sector shaft bearing for service and repair work
• Timken-tested design, materials, and manufacturing process
• Built to meet or exceed OE bearing performance requirements
• Fits Ford E-350 Econoline, Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Ford F-350, and Ford Thunderbird applications listed below
• Part number B1816 for easy identification and ordering

Fitment Details

• Fits 1980-1982 Ford E-350 Econoline, Ford Design
• Fits 1980-1982 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Ford Design
• Fits 1980-1982 Ford F-350, Ford Design
• Fits 1968-1973 Ford Thunderbird, Saginaw Design

This part cross-references 1816N and BR182216 for the same application. It also cross-references SKF B1816.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive play in the steering gear sector shaft area
• Rough or inconsistent steering gear operation
• Wear-related bearing noise inside the steering gear
• Service replacement for worn OE steering gear bearing components

Installation Notes

Verify steering gear design before ordering, since listed fitment includes Ford Design and Saginaw Design applications. Confirm the vehicle year, model, and steering gear configuration against the application listing before installation. Proper steering gear service procedures and inspection of related wear components are recommended during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures and tests its bearings for consistent performance, and the brand has supplied original equipment to the automotive industry for more than 100 years. The B1816 is intended to meet or exceed OE bearing performance requirements.