Pitman Arm? Mercury Comet 1975

Discussion in 'Technical' started by Fenzee, Apr 25, 2016.

  1. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Hello,

    Just wondering if you guys can help me out here, I'm looking for a Pitman Arm (Power Steering) with rubber bushing and ball joint.

    All I can find online is manual steering Pitman Arm. My friend insists that there is one out there for power steering.

    Am I wrong? Thanks for the help.

    https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B0zVueddS_9vUWtRU1NKS2k0R2M
     
  2. 71Mavrk

    71Mavrk Member

    Joined:
    Jul 27, 2011
    Messages:
    1,206
    Likes Received:
    423
    Trophy Points:
    238
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    Nevada
    Vehicle:
    1971 Maverick Grabber Clone, 1971 Maverick project
    Last edited: Apr 26, 2016
  3. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Sorry I don't follow. None of the parts look like pitman arm.
     
  4. 71Mavrk

    71Mavrk Member

    Joined:
    Jul 27, 2011
    Messages:
    1,206
    Likes Received:
    423
    Trophy Points:
    238
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    Nevada
    Vehicle:
    1971 Maverick Grabber Clone, 1971 Maverick project
  5. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
  6. 71gold

    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

    Joined:
    Apr 9, 2002
    Messages:
    26,463
    Likes Received:
    2,840
    Trophy Points:
    978
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    MACON,GA.
    Vehicle:
    '73 Grabber
  7. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

    Joined:
    Mar 9, 2002
    Messages:
    18,219
    Likes Received:
    1,309
    Trophy Points:
    878
    Location:
    Albany, Indiana
    Vehicle:
    1972 Maverick Grabber - Color: Orange Also, 1976 Ford Maverick 4-door, 1977 Mercury Comet 2-door.
    As stated....no serviceable parts on a power steering pitman arm itself. Unless yours is cracked or bent....it is reusable.
     
  8. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Umm. My friend says that the control valve
    My friend says that is not the part were looking for.
     
  9. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Sorry for grammar, on mobile.

    The problem with the steering there is a lot of play.

    When my friend tells me to turn the wheel, left and right.

    The pitman arm has a lot of room to move in the bushing.
    Would the best option is to replace the bushing?
     
  10. 71Mavrk

    71Mavrk Member

    Joined:
    Jul 27, 2011
    Messages:
    1,206
    Likes Received:
    423
    Trophy Points:
    238
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    Nevada
    Vehicle:
    1971 Maverick Grabber Clone, 1971 Maverick project
    Fenzee,
    We are pointing you to what needs to be replaced because we know the parts involved. If your friend knew what he was talking about he would get the part for you and you would not have you ask us. What I pointed you to is the replacement part for the item you circled in your picture. We are friends here also, but we know what we are talking about :huh::)

    Other parts that can cause play in the steering are a worn out box, idler arm, ball joints and tie rods.

    Micah
     
  11. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Hello, sorry for everything. We just came to the conclusion that it was that part.

    Thanks everyone. :)
     
  12. Fenzee

    Fenzee Member

    Joined:
    Apr 25, 2016
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    4
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    1975 Mercury Comet
    Thanks for your help Micah! I appreciate the help.
     
  13. 71Mavrk

    71Mavrk Member

    Joined:
    Jul 27, 2011
    Messages:
    1,206
    Likes Received:
    423
    Trophy Points:
    238
    Garage:
    1
    Location:
    Nevada
    Vehicle:
    1971 Maverick Grabber Clone, 1971 Maverick project
    Sure! When it comes to working on these cars, we all had to start somewhere. Just keep tinkering and asking questions, you will get there. Don't be afraid to ask a question, most of us are friendly and will do what we can to help.

    Micah
     
    Fenzee likes this.

Share This Page