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Idler Arm | Manual Steering | 260 / 289 V8 | 1964-66 Ford Mustang

Idler Arm | Manual Steering | 260 / 289 V8 | 1964-66 Ford Mustang

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Restore manual steering linkage support on your 1964-1966 Mustang with a 260 or 289 V8 using this factory-correct idler arm. It connects the center link to the passenger side frame bracket, installs without modification, and helps maintain correct steering geometry.

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Vehicle Fitment 3 fits
  • 1964.5 Ford Mustang
  • 1965 Ford Mustang
  • 1966 Ford Mustang
 

Early Mustang Idler Arm for Manual Steering | 260/289 V8

Fits 1964-66 Ford Mustang

Restore correct manual steering linkage support on your 1964-1966 Ford Mustang with a 260 or 289 V8 using this idler arm. Built as a factory-correct reproduction, this idler arm connects the center link to the passenger side frame bracket and helps maintain proper steering geometry.


  • 1964-1966 Mustang fitment: Built for classic Ford Mustang idler arm applications.

  • Manual steering application: Designed for manual steering equipped models.

  • 260 / 289 V8 fitment: Made for compatible early Mustang V8 steering setups.

  • Center link support: Connects the center link to the passenger side frame bracket.

  • Factory-correct reproduction: Restores the correct steering linkage support and original-style fit.

  • OE-spec geometry: Dimensions and angles help retain correct steering geometry.

  • Direct-fit replacement: Installs without additional modification.


This manual steering idler arm is an important front steering component for 1964-1966 Mustang owners with 260 or 289 V8 engines. The idler arm supports the passenger side of the steering linkage and helps keep the center link moving in the correct path, making it important for steering feel, linkage alignment, and front-end stability.

Built as a factory-correct reproduction with OE-spec dimensions and angles, this idler arm helps replace a worn, loose, damaged, bent, incorrect, or missing steering linkage part. It is a strong choice when rebuilding the front steering system, replacing worn idler arm components, correcting loose manual steering, preparing for alignment, or completing a clean classic Mustang restoration.


Restore manual steering linkage support on your 1964-1966 Mustang 260 or 289 V8 with a factory-correct idler arm that connects the center link to the passenger side frame bracket.


Product Fitment
Make Ford
Model Mustang
Year Range 1964-1966
Steering Type Manual Steering
Engine Fitment 260 / 289 V8
Year Note 1965-1966 MS
Installation Location Center link to passenger side frame bracket
Application Idler arm replacement, manual steering repair, center link support service, front-end rebuild, alignment prep, or restoration
Product Specs
Product Type Idler Arm
Steering Type Manual Steering
Engine Compatibility 260 / 289 V8
Fitment Style Factory-correct reproduction
Connection Point Center link to passenger side frame bracket
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
Package Dimensions 9 in. L x 4 in. W x 3 in. H
Approximate Weight 2.3 lb.