
1600/Early 180B Steering Box Rebuild Kit
SBR16KIT
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Restore the feel and reliability of your classic Datsun's steering with this complete Steering Box Rebuild Kit, designed to suit the factory 3-bolt steering boxes found in Datsun 1600 (510) and early 180B models.
This kit includes high-quality components including genuine Nissan OEM parts where available, giving you peace of mind and precision fitment. Whether you're performing a full restoration or tightening up a tired front end, this rebuild kit helps eliminate play and restore proper steering box function.
🔧 What's Included:
- 1x Genuine Nissan Filler Plug
- 1x Genuine Nissan Steering Box O-Ring
- 1x Steering Box Upper Paper Gasket
- 2x Tapered Bearings
- 1x Sector Shaft Seal (Lower)
- 1x Genuine Nissan Input Shaft Seal (Upper)
📌 Fitment:
- Datsun 510 / 1600 (with 3-bolt steering box)
- Early Datsun 180B (with 3-bolt steering box)
Note: Needle rollers are currently unavailable and not included in the kit.
🛠️ Want it professionally rebuilt instead?
We now offer a full In-House Steering Box Rebuild Service, using this very kit.
- Exchange Option: Send us your core unit and receive a completely overhauled replacement, painted in black with fresh zinc hardware, fully rebuilt using this exact kit.
- Customer Send-In Option: Ship your original box to us, and we’ll professionally rebuild and return it – cleaned, restored, painted, and ready to install.
📦 All rebuilt units receive thorough inspection and are restored to OEM specifications using our in-house equipment and decades of experience. Contact us for availability or questions about the exchange process.
🔧 Recommended Upgrades:
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Steering Box Support Brace – 1600 / 510
A must-have upgrade to eliminate flex in the chassis mount and improve steering response. -
1600 / 180B LH Side Rod Assembly (Complete)
Full left-hand rod assembly with all components included – ideal when overhauling your steering setup. -
1600 / 180B RH Side Rod Assembly (Complete)
Full right-hand rod assembly with all components included – ideal when overhauling your steering setup. -
Enhanced Handling Kit (EHK) for Datsun 510/1600
The ultimate front-end suspension and steering upgrade – engineered to match SR, FJ, CA, or L-series engine conversions. Enquire for availability.