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SKU #: RH-2875
MPN #: 2875
Red-Head Steering Gear Box 15-21 GM 2500HD / 3500 With Electronic Provision
Description
READ IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING ELECTRONICSGrab a Red-Head replacement steering gearbox for your HD Chevrolet or GMC! No, this is not just another rebuilt box like what you'll get at your local auto parts store! These steering boxes are built in Washington state and offer unmatched steering control and longevity. We have personally run several other brands and have had the best results to date with the Red-Head.This gearbox allows you to retain the factory steering shaft, as well as the stock pitman arm. This is a major advantage, especially for those with lifted trucks with dropped pitman arms, you will not have to change your pitman arm.IMPORTANT NOTES:
You have the option for us to include a pre-paid return label with the shipment for ease of returning your core. With this option, you will merely need to drop the re-packaged core with the accompanying shipping label at a FedEx drop-off. Otherwise, it will be your responsibility to supply your means of returning the core. Pre-paid return label option is only applicable to the lower 48 contiguous United States. Please contact us if you have any questions. Cores with broken shafts or cases will receive partial or no core refund.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING ELECTRONICS: 2015 IS A SPLIT YEAR. YOU WILL NEED TO VISUALLY CONFIRM YOUR BOX HAS ELECTRONICS. If your truck is in 2015, you may have electronics, but you may not. Thus far we have not been able to determine a good, 100% correct way to confirm this other than to check the box you have on your truck. Please do not go by the build date, the ONLY way to be 100% sure is to put eyes on the box you have on the truck currently. If your steering box has an electronic plug connected to it, the listing for PN: RH-2875, which is the listing you are looking at, is correct. (See pictures for plug reference) If the box on your truck does NOT have an electronic plug coming out, you will need PN: RH-2874. If you have questions on any of this, please do not hesitate to call our sales techs.
You will need to transfer your electronics from your old box to the Red Head Steering box.
Refundable core charge will be reduced if the core has damage to the electronic module sealing surface.
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FEATURES & BENEFITS:
- 12 Month Warranty
- Built in the USA
- Housings are machined out and replaced with needle bearings
- Shafts are flame sprayed or replaced as needed
- New control valves installed on some applications
- Worm and piston assembly are custom fit with special ordered, precise oversized ball bearings
- Sector shafts are installed on a lathe to confirm they are straight and true
- Sealing surface is polished to avoid any leaks
About Red-Head Steering Gears Inc.
Browse Red Head Steering Gears Online by Make, Model, and Year.
One of the most prevalent issues with heavy duty, diesel powered trucks, especially as they accrue some miles, is sloppy steering. And its no wonder, most of us install larger tires, haul a considerable amount of weight, periodically use them offroad, and even put snowplows on the front. All of these put considerable stress on your steering components. All of those stresses coupled with the fact that the OEM steering gears, or basically anything you find at your local parts store, could be considered absolute garbage means that the majority of us are driving around with loose, wandering steering that must be constantly corrected in order to keep the truck in your lane. That is, unless youve upgraded your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax with a Redhead!
Red-Head Steering Gears was founded in 1981 by Seattle area automotive entrepreneur, Warren Foster, who also founded Foster's Service in Georgetown, WA (now Foster's Frame & Axle) and T 'n' W Pumps in Georgetown, WA (now Foster & Snyder in Pingree, ND).
The business was purchased by Tom Foster and then Harvey Foster, both nephews of Warren. Tom is now retired in Arizona. Harvey moved to Seattle in 1979 to go to work for Warren in his frame and axle business. This knowledge of front ends has been very helpful in diagnosing steering problems.
Harvey worked at the frame and axle shop for 6 1/2 years before joining Tom at Red-Head. Harvey has built and tested between 43,000 and 47,000 steering gears in the past 21 years. This business has had and continues to have a number of other great employees, all family members.
Why we carry Red Head Steering Gears.....
As anybody that deals with us on a regular basis knows already...we want the best for our customers. As most people with a Dodge truck realize, the stock steering gear box leaves a lot to be desired. It was no different on our 2005 Dodge (3 gearboxes in the first 25,000 miles) or our 2007 Dodge (3 gearboxes in 75,000 miles). We have been searching for the answer to the gearbox dilemma and after testing a few other aftermarket boxes have settled on Red Head as being the best. Steering is smooth, effortless AND they are built to last. But it doesn't stop with upgraded Dodge boxes, they build upgraded boxes for nearly every application and we've had nothing but positive feedback on every unit. Red Head gets our Seal of Approval!
EVIDENCE:
If you'd like additional third party evidence as to what goes into a Red-Head gear box or why this is the best gear box for your truck, and how much of an impact it will really make in your driving experience, check out a detailed review by acclaimed Turbo Diesel Register editor, Doug Leno.
Red-Head Steering Gears was founded in 1981 by Seattle area automotive entrepreneur, Warren Foster, who also founded Foster's Service in Georgetown, WA (now Foster's Frame & Axle) and T 'n' W Pumps in Georgetown, WA (now Foster & Snyder in Pingree, ND).
The business was purchased by Tom Foster and then Harvey Foster, both nephews of Warren. Tom is now retired in Arizona. Harvey moved to Seattle in 1979 to go to work for Warren in his frame and axle business. This knowledge of front ends has been very helpful in diagnosing steering problems.
Harvey worked at the frame and axle shop for 6 1/2 years before joining Tom at Red-Head. Harvey has built and tested between 43,000 and 47,000 steering gears in the past 21 years. This business has had and continues to have a number of other great employees, all family members.
Why we carry Red Head Steering Gears.....
As anybody that deals with us on a regular basis knows already...we want the best for our customers. As most people with a Dodge truck realize, the stock steering gear box leaves a lot to be desired. It was no different on our 2005 Dodge (3 gearboxes in the first 25,000 miles) or our 2007 Dodge (3 gearboxes in 75,000 miles). We have been searching for the answer to the gearbox dilemma and after testing a few other aftermarket boxes have settled on Red Head as being the best. Steering is smooth, effortless AND they are built to last. But it doesn't stop with upgraded Dodge boxes, they build upgraded boxes for nearly every application and we've had nothing but positive feedback on every unit. Red Head gets our Seal of Approval!
EVIDENCE:
If you'd like additional third party evidence as to what goes into a Red-Head gear box or why this is the best gear box for your truck, and how much of an impact it will really make in your driving experience, check out a detailed review by acclaimed Turbo Diesel Register editor, Doug Leno.
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Product Overview: Red-Head Steering Gear Box
While making great power and torque, diesel pick-up trucks are not usually known for their stellar handling. You can make it fast, and pull lots of weight, but if you can’t properly pilot your truck, it does you no good. Red Head Steering Gears set the bar for the industry and continues to be a leader. Give your white knuckles a rest and make the right choice when it comes time to replace your worn steering box.
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Boost It | Red-Head Steering Gear Box
Upgrade your rig with a Red-Head replacement steering gear box! Unlike typical rebuilt boxes, Red-Head offers unmatched steering control and longevity, handcrafted in Washington state. Retain your factory steering shaft and pitman arm—especially beneficial for lifted trucks. Opt for hydraulic steering assist ports for future upgrades. We offer a convenient pre-paid return label option for core returns within the lower 48 states.
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Tired of sloppy steering? Red-Head Steering Boxes are precision-built for tighter steering, better control, and a smoother ride. Whether youre daily driving, towing, or hitting the trails, these boxes deliver unmatched durability and performance.
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Overall rating: 4.142857 / 5 from 7 reviews.
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steering box
"awsome product hopefully wont have to change ever again"
Great, BUT. . .
"Took all the slack out of the steering wheel and restored that tight feeling to the front suspension. BUT. . . the required O-rings for the sensor plate were pack in the core return label slip. This cost me almost $300 from the local shop who was unable to purchase them separately, so I had to pay for a new sensor."
2016 Silverado 2500
"I ordered this gear box thinking it would be an upgrade, it’s didn’t help my steering. Replaced my factory cause it had some play and chatter. And struggled to turn from a dead stop with bigger wheels. With this gearbox I replaced my entire steering components, I still have steering play and still stiff steering from a stop. Just wish they made a 6-bolt gear box like for dodge and Ford."
2015 Sierra 2500HD Redhead Steering gear
"This gear is well worth the money. My truck had 192k miles and there was a clunk and rattle and it turns out it was the old steering gear. I swapped it out myself and it took about 3 hours start to finish. My truck really feels like a new truck now, I highly recommend this item for high mileage HD trucks."
I would use this company again.
"The mechanic said it was one of the best he has seen. The wrong part was order by mistake ( website could use so work to be clearer) but they had the correct part sent to me over night. Good company to work with."
Recommend this steering box for lifted trucks
"Super responsive steering, even with a big lift and 37" tires."
Q&A
- Looking for my truck, single cab Dodge ram 2500 5.9 cummins
- Depending on the year, we definitely have a few options for your Ram. Please see available options here: https://www.dieselpowerproducts.com/search?q=red-head+ram
- What's the part number for this steering box?
- The Red-Head part number is RH-2875. If you were trying to match a Gm part number that is not listed. Just goes off application. DppSands
- Will this fit a 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500hd crew cab LT model.
- Yes, as listed 15-17 2500hd/3500hd models. - AW
- I own a 2004 chevy 2500hd 4x4 , 6.6 LLY duramax vin# 1gck29274e242497 . what steering gear box fits my truck.
- https://www.dieselpowerproducts.com/p-16118-red-head-steering-gear-box-99-07-gm-2500hd-3500.aspx As long as your is a 33 spline with 3 master spline output shaft(vin wont tell us that)