Lares Steering Couplers 201

Lares 201 is a complete flexible steering-column coupling assembly, commonly called a rag joint, for a 13/16-inch splined steering-gear input shaft with a flat. It connects the steering column to the steering gearbox while damping vibration and minor misalignment.

Application / fitment

• selected 1967–1979 GM passenger cars with power steering
• selected 1967–1976 Chevrolet Camaro and 1967–1979 Nova
• selected late-1960s and 1970s Chevrolet C10/C20 and Suburban applications
• selected Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac, plus certain Ford, Mercury, Jeep, International and Mopar applications using the same shaft

Important: Lares describes the input as 13/16 inch with 31 splines and a flat. Some retail catalogues call it 13/16-36 spline. The difference reflects spline-counting conventions around the flat. Physically compare the steering-gear shaft.

Technical information

• type: complete flexible steering coupling assembly
• input-shaft diameter: 13/16" / approximately 20.64 mm
• manufacturer spline description: 31 splines with flat
• alternative catalogue designation: 13/16-36 spline with flat
• coupling outside diameter: 3.25" / 82.55 mm
• material: steel, rubber and hardware
• flex disc: included
• bracket: included
• bolts, nuts and washers: included where applicable
• cross-references: 7828871 and 31015
• GTIN: 682094002018
• sales unit: 1 assembly

Tighten and secure all fasteners according to instructions. Verify full spline engagement, absence of free play and smooth steering through the full range.