{"product_id":"center-drag-link-manual-steering-260-289-v8-1965-66-ford-mustang","title":"Center Drag Link | Manual Steering | 260 \/ 289 V8 | 1965-66 Ford Mustang","description":"\u003cp\u003eRestore correct manual steering geometry on your 1965-1966 Ford Mustang with this center drag link for 260 and 289 V8 applications. Built as a factory-correct reproduction, this center steering link connects the pitman arm to the idler arm and includes provisions for mounting the tie rods in their original configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual steering fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for 1965-1966 Ford Mustang models equipped with manual steering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e260 and 289 V8 applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for early Mustang V8 cars with 260 or 289 engines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter steering link function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects the pitman arm to the idler arm as part of the steering linkage system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTie rod mounting provisions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows tie rods to mount in their original factory-style configuration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE-spec geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Correct dimensions and angles help retain proper steering geometry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-fit replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installs without additional modification on compatible applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteering restoration part:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smart choice for worn steering linkage repair, front-end rebuilds, alignment service, or early Mustang chassis restoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis center drag link is an important steering linkage component for 1965-1966 Mustang owners restoring manual steering function on a 260 or 289 V8 car. The drag link connects the pitman arm and idler arm while providing the mounting points for the tie rods, making it a key part of steering response, alignment, and front-end control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt as a factory-correct reproduction with OE-spec dimensions and angles, this direct-fit replacement helps preserve the correct steering geometry for early V8 manual steering applications. It is a strong choice when replacing worn linkage, rebuilding the front suspension and steering system, or correcting loose, aging, or incomplete steering components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore manual steering geometry on your 1965-1966 Mustang 260 or 289 V8 with a factory-correct center drag link built for direct-fit steering linkage repair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e6e6e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eProduct Fitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eMustang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e1965-1966\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteering Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eManual Steering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e260 \/ 289 V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eBetween pitman arm and idler arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCenter drag link replacement, steering linkage repair, front-end rebuild, alignment service, or chassis restoration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e6e6e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCenter Drag Link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteering Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eManual Steering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e260 \/ 289 V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFactory-correct direct-fit reproduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eConnects pitman arm to idler arm and supports original tie rod mounting configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eOE-spec dimensions and angles retain correct steering geometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; 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