Restore correct manual steering support on your 1971-1973 Ford Mustang V8 with this 2-piece idler arm assembly. Built as a factory-correct reproduction, this idler arm and bracket assembly connects the center link to the passenger side frame and helps maintain proper steering geometry for small block and big block V8 applications.
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1971-1973 Mustang fitment: Built for classic Ford Mustang idler arm assembly applications.
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Manual steering application: Designed for manual steering equipped models.
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V8 engine fitment: Made for compatible 1971-1973 Mustang V8 steering setups.
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2-piece design: Includes the idler arm and bracket configuration used for this application.
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Center link support: Connects the center link to the passenger side frame.
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OE-spec geometry: Dimensions and angles help retain correct steering geometry.
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Direct-fit replacement: Installs without additional modification.
This manual steering idler arm assembly is an important front steering component for 1971-1973 Mustang V8 owners. The idler arm supports the passenger side of the steering linkage and helps keep the center link moving in the correct path, so worn bushings, loose pivots, or damaged brackets can affect steering feel, alignment, and front-end stability.
Built as a factory-correct 2-piece reproduction with OE-spec dimensions and angles, this assembly helps restore proper steering linkage support and factory-style geometry. It is a strong choice when rebuilding the front steering system, replacing worn linkage components, correcting loose steering, preparing for alignment, or completing a clean classic Mustang restoration.
Restore manual steering linkage support on your 1971-1973 Mustang V8 with a 2-piece idler arm assembly built to connect the center link to the passenger side frame.
| Product Fitment |
| Make |
Ford |
| Model |
Mustang |
| Year Range |
1971-1973 |
| Steering Type |
Manual Steering |
| Engine Fitment |
V8 - All |
| Design |
2-piece design |
| Year Note |
1971-1973 MS |
| Installation Location |
Passenger side frame / steering center link area |
| Application |
Idler arm assembly replacement, manual steering repair, center link support service, front-end rebuild, alignment prep, or restoration |
| Product Specs |
| Product Type |
Idler Arm Assembly |
| Steering Type |
Manual Steering |
| Design |
2-Piece Design |
| Engine Compatibility |
V8 - All |
| Fitment Style |
Factory-correct reproduction |
| Connection Point |
Center link to passenger side frame |
| Steering Geometry |
OE-spec dimensions and angles retain correct steering geometry |
| Installation Detail |
Direct-fit replacement requiring no additional modification |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces worn, loose, damaged, bent, incorrect, or missing idler arm and bracket assembly |
| Dimensions |
10 in. L x 9 in. W x 3 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
3.8 lb. |