{"product_id":"bluetop-steering-gear-box-1980-2007-f-series-trucks","title":"Blue Top Steering Gear Box, 1980-2007 F-Series Trucks","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal; font-size: 24px;\"\u003eBluetop Steering Gear Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"width: 358px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/3997\/0604\/files\/bluetop.png?v=1688138991\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"61\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"147\" data-start=\"61\"\u003eIs your truck's steering feeling loose even after replacing the steering linkages?\u003c\/strong\u003e The most likely culprit is a worn-out steering box. The Bluetop steering gear is the ideal solution for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"259\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"277\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"277\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"279\"\u003eHigh-quality remanufactured with OE seals and custom-fit ball bearings to eliminate steering play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"379\"\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"389\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"389\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"391\"\u003e1980-1997 F150, F250, F350\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"418\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"420\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"427\" data-start=\"420\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Some 1997 models feature a 4-bolt design, and this box is not compatible with those trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"524\" data-start=\"521\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"562\" data-start=\"526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"562\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eCore Return Policy - 30 Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"563\"\u003eWhen you receive your steering gear, it will include a copy of your invoice and a core ID tag attached to the outside of the shipping box. This bright green tag \u003cstrong data-end=\"732\" data-start=\"724\"\u003emust\u003c\/strong\u003e be returned with your core, as it contains critical information that ensures your core charge is refunded promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"851\"\u003eIf the tag is lost, please include a note with the following details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1085\" data-start=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"937\" data-start=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"937\" data-start=\"923\"\u003eInvoice number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"949\" data-start=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"949\" data-start=\"940\"\u003eYour name\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1085\" data-start=\"950\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1085\" data-start=\"952\"\u003eYour phone number This ensures we can credit your core charge back to you. Without this information, you may not receive your refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen tag needs to be returned with core or there will be no core credit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003eCore returns after 30 days will be refunded at 50% of the original core charge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003eCores returned after 180 days will not be refunded.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1415\" data-start=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1338\" data-start=\"1246\"\u003eCores that are not OEM or identical to the gearbox we sent will only be refunded at 25%.\u003c\/strong\u003e For example, if your core charge was $200, you'll receive only a $50 credit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003eThe reason for this policy is that returning the wrong core forces us to purchase another core, disrupting our ability to continue providing quality steering products. We appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1620\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1671\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1671\" data-start=\"1629\"\u003eHow to Identify an Aftermarket Gearbox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003eHere are some key differences to look out for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"2304\" data-start=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1827\" data-start=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1827\" data-start=\"1723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1723\"\u003eTop Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e: The OEM gearbox has 4 bolts on the cover, while aftermarket gears typically have 6 bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1991\" data-start=\"1828\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1991\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1851\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eAdjustment Screw\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aftermarket gears usually have a flat-blade screwdriver slot, while OEM gears have an Allen wrench hexagonal hole for adjusting the screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2132\" data-start=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2132\" data-start=\"1995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"1995\"\u003eValve Housing Depressions\u003c\/strong\u003e: OEM Ford valve housings have two distinct depression rings, while aftermarket housings typically have one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2304\" data-start=\"2133\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2304\" data-start=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2168\" data-start=\"2136\"\u003eInput Shaft Torsion Bar Stud\u003c\/strong\u003e: OEM input shafts have a visible torsion bar stud sticking out approximately 1\/4\". Aftermarket shafts usually do not have this feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2309\" data-start=\"2306\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2351\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2351\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003ePackaging and Shipping Your Core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2616\" data-start=\"2352\"\u003ePlease make sure to package your core securely to avoid damage during shipping. Damaged or non-repairable cores will be prorated, and the refund will be reduced accordingly. For example, broken or cracked output\/input shafts may result in a 50% core charge credit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2688\" data-start=\"2618\"\u003eWhen shipping your core back, please send it to the following address:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2752\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2717\" data-start=\"2690\"\u003eBlue Top Steering Gears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2720\" data-start=\"2717\"\u003e125 Dune Ave\u003cbr data-end=\"2735\" data-start=\"2732\"\u003eStanton, ND 58571\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2757\" data-start=\"2754\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2813\" data-start=\"2759\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2813\" data-start=\"2763\"\u003eImportant Notes for Your Power Steering System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3056\" data-start=\"2814\"\u003eWe’ve also included a flushing and bleeding tag with your steering gear. Please refer to these instructions carefully to ensure your power steering system is properly flushed. \u003cstrong data-end=\"3056\" data-start=\"2990\"\u003eFailure to flush your system correctly will void the warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"3145\" data-start=\"3058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3145\" data-start=\"3058\"\u003eDon’t forget to include the green core return tag with your core when returning it!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-parent webs-parent-2 webs-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-parent webs-parent-3 webs-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-bin\" id=\"webs-bin-5a57ebfa90b4810001095337\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-bin-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-container webs-module-image  w-image-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-frame webs-align-center webs-frame-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-frame-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-image-wrapper-1 webs-hasframe webs-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-image-crop\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mediaprocessor.websimages.com\/width\/356\/crop\/0,194,356x213\/www.bluetopsteeringgears.com\/flush.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-parent webs-parent-3 webs-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-bin\" id=\"webs-bin-5a57ecc790b4810001095378\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-bin-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-container webs-module-image  w-image-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-frame webs-align-center webs-frame-default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-frame-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-image-wrapper-1 webs-hasframe webs-align-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"webs-image-crop\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mediaprocessor.websimages.com\/width\/389\/crop\/0,209,389x233\/www.bluetopsteeringgears.com\/flush1.PNG\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bluetop","offers":[{"title":"1980-1996 F-Series","offer_id":50436091379998,"sku":"2757","price":654.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1997 HD 2 Bolt Top","offer_id":50436091412766,"sku":"2757 - 2 bolt","price":654.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1997 HD 4 Bolt Top","offer_id":50436091445534,"sku":"2764 - 4 bolt","price":781.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1999-2004 Super Duty\/Excursion w\/36 Spline (4 Bolt Top Cover)","offer_id":50436091478302,"sku":"2764BS","price":782.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/7171\/1262\/files\/2757_PRO__68135_4f394c25-2a55-4f6a-8180-4ecd23c6efca.jpg?v=1780368764","url":"https:\/\/platinumhpsolutions.myshopify.com\/fr\/products\/bluetop-steering-gear-box-1980-2007-f-series-trucks","provider":"Platinum High Performance Solutions, LLC.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}