Steering Upgrade Silverado/Sierra 2001-2003 and 2005-2007 1500HD and 2001-2010 2500 HD/3500HD Silverado/Sierra BD Diesel

Steering that holds up

Big power, lift kits and larger tires load GM HD steering beyond what the factory planned for, leading to loose steering, toe-in under load in 4WD and broken tie rods.

BD rates its forged I-beam centerlink at 30% stronger than the factory part. Its tie rods are 1.5 times as thick as stock and use bigger inner ball joints, and BD's testing showed they take more than twice the force of stock rods. The greaseable ball joints use sintered bearings, and longer through-bolt sway bar end links are included to clear the bigger rods and leveling kits.

Who it's for

Owners of Duramax HD trucks that tow, are lifted or run bigger tires and power.

Key specs (per BD)

What's included

• Forged centerlink
• Sway bar end links
• Tie rods

Fitment notes

• BD's title lists 2001-2003 and 2005-2007 Silverado/Sierra 1500HD and 2001-2010 2500 HD/3500 HD.
• California: BD says no EO is needed; by design this part is legal in all 50 states.
• BD also sells a version that adds the pitman and idler arms.

Professional install available at Powertech Diesel, Idaho Falls — call 208-542-7793.