Center Links

Classic Car Parts: Steering Center Link

As an antique car enthusiast, you need a classic car parts supplier you can trust to order important parts from, such as the steering center link. Here on our site, you can order steering center links for Ford Mustangs built in 1964 through 1969. We have the classic car steering parts you need.

How Do You Know if You Need a New Center Link?

If restoring classic cars is your job, we trust that you know when an old Mustang needs a new center link. But if you’re an amateur or this is your first time restoring a Mustang, you may need a bit of advice.

The center link is an important part of the steering mechanism of your vehicle. When it works properly, it keeps the two front wheels in alignment as you steer your car. When the center link gets old and doesn’t work properly anymore, it can affect many of your car’s other functions.

One way to determine whether you center link needs replacing is if you notice vibrations in your steering wheel when you drive. If it seems like there’s too much “play” in the wheel or you feel a wobbling sensation when you make turns, this is evidence that the center link may need replacing.

To check the center link, raise the car on a lift and try to move this classic car steering part with your hands. If it moves, that’s not a good sign. Additionally, you could ask a friend to steer the vehicle while you observe from underneath. If you see the steering parts are not moving together as one, or if you notice evidence of an impact from an accident, you should replace the steering center link.

Is Replacing Antique Car Restoration Parts Difficult?

Replacing classic car steering parts can be challenging, but if you are mechanically inclined and have the time and the tools, working on a classic car can be a fun and rewarding hobby.

We definitely recommend you watch some videos about replacing the center link before you attempt it, and if you have a friend with some knowhow who is willing to offer advice, this is a great start to your project.

Keep in mind that the two center links we sell are designed for Mustangs made in the 60s with manual steering only. Our classic car steering parts are meant to be used only with stock vehicles — mixing our parts with unvetted aftermarket parts may not work.

Rely on Andersen Restoration for all your classic car steering parts for Mustangs, including center links.