Dodge Dart Pitman Arm

Pitman Arm, Idler Arm install COMPLETE! I like to finish what I started so Thank you to those who helped me along the way. These cars are always different depending on who wrenched on it, so if this info is not correct please be aware.


1. What size nut is on the Steering Box to Pitman Arm?
I'm guessing from others this is 1 5/8 this could also be 1 5/16 will update post tomorrow after I remove. For me 1 5/16 was perfect go with this first!

2. Torque Specs on same nut and also the Pitman and Idler Arm?
Pitman Arm Moog Part # MOG-K7075 Manual Steering
Pitman arm nut on sector shaft (steering box spline) 170ft. lbs
Pitman arm to centerlink nut is
1/2" threads - 30 ft.lbs
9/16" and 5/8" theads 60 ft. lbs

Idler Arm Moog Part # MOG-K7086 Manual Steering
Idler arm mount to K frame 50 ft. lbs
Idler arm to centerlink nut 35 ft. lbs

3. Where does the grease go when I replace my Pitman and Idler?
The parts are all pre greased, however, it's been said that the long bolt that connect the idler to the frame should be well greased.

3 side notes: 1. The Zerk Grease cap must be tapped with a hammer to get the threads going then tighten with a open end wrench/boxend.

2. Although most Headers claim to not come in contact with moving or stationary parts...ehem....my TTI 900 dollar headers. Turning the wheel to the passenger side actually caused my Moog replacement idler arm to hit the exhaust tube. Now how could that be?Motor mounts yea yea, true. Upon inspecting my old Idler arm, I found that the last group of guys ground it down. So tonight I'll grind mine the same way, I would say at most about 1/8 inch. Anyway, who knows why just a word of warning. That nothing is as it reads on paper.

3. Final note in beginning this post I asked if the Idler/Pitman should spin or move around like a joystick. The answer is yes, both my replacement parts did, however the Pitman arm had more play than the idler, although much less then the warn out parts that came off the car.

So, everything is tight and no more wobble; like new. Alignment set for Monday and I'm off.

I hope this helps people who need specific answers.