Look where to by a pitman arm for a 1986 IROC-Z
03-15-2009 | 11:47 PM
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Look where to by a pitman arm for a 1986 IROC-Z
I hope this is not a dumb question, I want to rebuild the front end of my 1986 IROC-Z. But, I have not been able to find who sell the Pitman Arm.
Does the 1986 IROC-Z have a Pitman Arm?
If, yes where can I buy one?
Does the 1986 IROC-Z have a Pitman Arm?
If, yes where can I buy one?
03-16-2009 | 01:02 AM
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From: Anchorage, Ak
Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird
Engine: 5.0 TBI
Transmission: W/C T5
Axle/Gears: 3.08 Posi
Re: Look where to by a pitman arm for a 1986 IROC-Z
On our thirdgens the pitman arm is a NON wear item. Unless you have some serious front end damage you have no reason to replace it.
03-16-2009 | 07:16 AM
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From: Lawrence, KS
Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold
Engine: 350 HO Deluxe (350ci/330hp)
Transmission: T-5 (Non-WC)
Axle/Gears: Limited Slip 3.23's
03-16-2009 | 07:17 PM
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From: 51°N 114°W, 3500'
Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
Re: Look where to by a pitman arm for a 1986 IROC-Z
The question seems to be asked about every week or 2 about needing a new pitman arm. Unless it's been damaged in an accident, it will never wear out.
Perhaps you're thinking about the idler arm?
Perhaps you're thinking about the idler arm?
03-18-2009 | 10:40 AM
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From: Omaha, Nebraska
Car: '86 IROC-Z
Engine: 350 SBC
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.80 posi
Re: Look where to by a pitman arm for a 1986 IROC-Z
Yeah, they're right. Pitman arms don't need to be replaced. I had a machanic tell me I needed a new center link and pitman arm. The guys full of crap.... besides, good luck finding one. If it's the idler arm, a similar looking part that is on the passenger side, then you can get those at a local parts store like Auto Zone or whichever. Are you having an issue with the steering?
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