Play in the steering wheel and a front end that wanders in the ruts often comes down to a worn idler arm. The bearing and rubber bushing take a real beating on the 122, and when they get tired you notice it right away as vague steering and uneven tire wear. This category gathers parts to freshen up or replace the entire arm on cars with the B18 and B20 engine.
Lock nut for Volvo PV, Duett, Amazon, 140, 164, 1800, UNC 3/8-16, h=11.5 mm
PV, Duett, Amazon, 1800, 140, 164
$ 0.57
Model year:
1957–1968
Thread:
3/8"-16 UNC
System:
SU H4 · D-type overdrive
Info:
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The group includes rubber bushings, shims, screw, washer, lock nut, nut and safety ring, plus complete idler arm kits when the whole unit needs replacing. When rebuilding, it is worth checking for play in the arm's bearing by rocking the wheel side to side – if there is play without movement in the tie rod, the idler arm is usually the culprit. Replace the bushing and shims at the same time and you get back a tight, predictable steering response.