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RedHead Steering Gears 2879 Steering Box (4-Bolt Cover)

PART# 2879 | SKU RH2879
★★★★★ ★★★★★ 3.6 (8 Reviews)

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2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 (For Trucks With OEM Gear Box) | See full application list below
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Description

Gain control of your vehicle with proper steering when you add the RedHead Steering Gears 2879 Steering Box (4-Bolt Cover) to your 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 (For Trucks With OEM Gear Box). RedHead is a family owned and operated company with more than 40 years of experience providing quality remanufactured steering boxes. Made for a direct-fit replacement, this Steering Box does not require any modifications for installation. Every RedHead Steering Box is remanufactured from quality materials to be better and stronger than the factory unit.

Features:
  • Remanufactured
  • Direct-Fit Replacement
  • Meets & Exceeds Factory Specs
  • Shafts Are Flame Sprayed Or Replaced As Needed
  • New Control Valves Installed On Some Applications
  • Housing Are Machined And Needle Bearings Installed
  • Sealing Surface Polished To A Higher Polish Than New
  • Sector Shaft Checked On A Lathe For Straight And True
  • Worm And Piston Assembled With New Precision Fit Steel Ball Bearings

SPECIFICATIONS:
Ratio: 15:1 (3 Turns)
Input: Splined W/ 2 Flats (9 Splines Between Flats) & 21 On The Bottom
Output: 36 Spline Sector (Centered)
Fittings: O-Ring
Weight: 30.00 lbs

HOW DO I BLEED, OR PURGE AIR, FROM MY STEERING GEAR BOX SYSTEM?
1.    After installing the gearbox, fill the system with fluid.
2.    Raise the front wheels off the ground, do not start the vehicle.
3.    Work the steering wheel back and forth, lock to lock, 15-20 times.
4.    Leave the vehicle sit (overnight is best) at least 2 hours
5.    Top the pump reservoir off again.
6.    Work the steering wheel back and forth again 7-10 times
7.    Have a person in the vehicle and another at the pump reservoir with a container of fluid & funnel ready to pour if necessary.
8.    Instruct the person in the vehicle to start the engine. As soon as this happens, if the fluid level drops, be ready to pour in more fluid. The level must be kept at an almost full level or it will suck in air again.
9.    If this procedure is followed properly, the air problem will be solved.

Notes:
This is the stock replacement gear box, which has a 4-Bolt top cover.
This box is not for use on trucks that have the 6-Bolt top cover Mopar Upgrade.
Please verify what is on your truck before ordering.
This Steering Gear Box is available in a heavy-duty upgrade option which is applicable if the vehicle is used for off-roading, has tires that are larger than 37 inches in diameter, or is used for heavy hauling, see part # 2879U

Specifications

  • MPN 2879
  • SKU RH2879
  • ID 105642
  • Manufacturer Name RedHead Steering Gears
  • Shipping Weight 30.00 lb.
  • Shipping Length 9 in.
  • Shipping Width 11 in.
  • Shipping Height 13 in.
  • Fuel Type Diesel / Gas
  • Warranty Info 1 Year / Unlimited Mileage
  • Prop 65 Prop 65 WarningWARNING: Cancer & Reproductive Harm - P65Warnings.ca.gov
  • Internal L7R7

Reviews

★★★★★ ★★★★★
3.6/5 Stars out of 8 Reviews
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Sloppy after 4 months
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Upon installation it drove good as new with a new added stabilizer kit, however 4 months down the road it has almost the same amount of play that the old original one did. Also to note the ball joints and all steering linkage was replaced at the same time. The core refund also took a bit of time. I wouldn't buy another
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1477703
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Drives as good as new.
Great
5
As well all know, red head makes a great gear box. XDP was great with fast and FREE shipping. The core return did cost me about $95 to ship back though!
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Does this fit a stock 2008 Dodge 2500 4x4 with 6.7L diesel quad cab?
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Yes, the RedHead Steering Gears 2879 Steering Box (4-Bolt Cover) will work on your application.

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