SKU: BRG000655
UPC: 843975000398
MPN: 000655
The Borgeson Steering Shaft Steel for 1979–93 Ford Mustang with manual steering is a direct-replacement steering column component engineered for manual steering-equipped Mustangs of the second and third generation. This steel steering shaft restores proper steering input response and eliminates wear-related play that develops in original or damaged shafts, a critical issue for any driver relying on direct manual steering feedback.
Borgeson specializes in steering system restoration and performance for classic American muscle cars, and this shaft is manufactured to OEM specifications for fitment and function. The steel construction provides the rigidity and durability required to maintain precise steering geometry without flex or deflection under normal driving loads. At 2.81 pounds and measuring 19.1 inches in length, the shaft integrates seamlessly into the existing manual steering column assembly, requiring no modifications to the steering box, universal joints, or firewall pass-through. This is a genuine wear item—original shafts wear at the bearing surfaces and spline interfaces, introducing slop that compromises steering accuracy and driver confidence.
Restoration builders, Mustang enthusiasts performing frame-off rebuilds, and classic car owners addressing steering sloppiness will find this component essential for returning the car to factory steering feel. Manual steering systems in Mustangs demand tight, responsive input—this shaft replacement eliminates a common source of imprecision. Installation requires basic mechanical knowledge and access to a steering column work area; the shaft connects via U-joints at both ends and secures to the steering box output.
For second and third-generation Mustang owners committed to authentic manual steering restoration, a quality replacement shaft is non-negotiable. Borgeson's OEM-spec design ensures compatibility with all original steering system components and eliminates the trial-and-fit frustration of generic universal shafts that often require modification.
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