Heavy-duty replacement center link designed for 1970-1981 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac passenger cars with power steering. This center link restores correct steering geometry by securely connecting the pitman arm, idler arm and inner tie rod ends, helping to reduce play, improve steering response, and extend the life of related front-end components. Constructed from high-strength steel with precision-machined attachment points and a corrosion-resistant finish, it offers durable, reliable performance for restoration projects and routine maintenance. Easy to inspect and replace as part of front-end overhaul or alignment service.
Features:
- Fits 1970-1981 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac vehicles equipped with power steering.
- Made from high-strength steel with a corrosion-resistant finish for long-lasting durability.
- Restores steering geometry by securely linking pitman arm, idler arm, and inner tie rods.
- Helps reduce steering play and vibration, improving handling and tire wear.
- Direct-fit replacement designed for OEM-style mounting and easy bolt-on installation.
- Ideal for restorations and routine front-end maintenance to return factory steering feel.
Installation / Application:
- Difficulty: 3/5
- Estimated time: 1-2 hours
Instructions:
- Park on level ground, set parking brake and place wheel chocks behind rear wheels.
- Raise the front of the vehicle and support securely on jack stands. Remove the front wheels if needed for access.
- Apply penetrating oil to nuts and bolts at the pitman and idler arm connections, and allow to soak.
- Disconnect the outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckles if required for clearance; remove cotter pins and loosen nuts.
- Use a pitman arm puller or appropriate tool to separate the pitman arm from the center link; use care to avoid damaging threads or surrounding components.
- Loosen and remove the mounting fasteners connecting the center link to the idler arm and pitman arm, then remove the old center link.
- Compare new center link to the removed part to verify alignment and fitment. Transfer any necessary components (bushings, sleeves) if required by your vehicle.
- Install the new center link in position and hand-tighten mounting fasteners. Reconnect the pitman and idler arms and install new cotter pins where applicable.
- Torque all fasteners to the manufacturer's specifications using a torque wrench.
- Reconnect tie rods and steering knuckles, tighten nuts, and install new cotter pins if used.
- Lower the vehicle to the ground, then check steering free-play and cycle the steering from lock-to-lock to verify smooth operation.
- Have a professional wheel alignment performed after installation to restore correct steering geometry and tire wear characteristics.
About Redline Select
Redline Restomotive® has established itself as a premier brand in the world of classic car restoration, providing enthusiasts with high-quality parts that meet the exacting standards of original manufacturer specifications. Dedicated to the preservation of American automotive history, Redline Restomotive® combines advanced manufacturing techniques with an in-depth understanding of vintage vehicles. The result is a range of products that seamlessly blend into the design and function of classic cars, giving restorers and collectors the assurance that each part reflects the era’s style, quality, and performance.
Redline Select® is our premium line of steering and suspension products for all vehicle makes and models including both North American and Import vehicles. We have partnered with an ISO 9001/QS9000/TS16949 certified manufacturing facility with more than 40 years of experience in producing components that perform to the standards our customers expect. Our steering and suspension parts are backed by multiple quality control checks along the way—during production, prior to shipping from the factory, and at arrival. With our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we observe the world’s highest standards for quality management.
Vehicle Fitment:
The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
| Make |
Model |
Years |
| Buick |
Apollo |
1975 |
| Buick |
Skylark |
1975 - 1979 |
| Chevrolet |
Camaro |
1970 - 1981 |
| Chevrolet |
Nova |
1975 - 1979 |
| Oldsmobile |
Omega |
1973 - 1979 |
| Pontiac |
Firebird |
1980 - 1981 |
| Pontiac |
Phoenix |
1978 - 1979 |
| Pontiac |
Ventura |
1975 - 1976 |
