Steering Column for Ford Transit: Carbon Steel
This steering column for the Ford Transit is specified around carbon steel, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is lead time that slipped twice before bulk started, or a supplier who changed material without saying so. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Steering Column |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | Ford Transit |
| Material / finish | Carbon Steel |
| Typical use | Track Days |
| MOQ | 1,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | E-mark |
| Packing | 50 pieces per inner box, 500 per carton |
Material options
- Stainless Steel — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- High Density Foam — chosen where wear resistance comes first
- Anodised Aluminium — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
- Kevlar Composite — chosen where wear resistance comes first
- EPDM Rubber — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
Processes available
- ultrasonic cleaning
- electroplating
- precision stamping
- CNC machining
- robot welding
- anodising
Fitment notes
Keep the old part until the new one is on the bench. Comparing them side by side settles questions a photograph never will.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for track days. Related applications include long-distance touring, motocross, passenger transport, food delivery, track days.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
Do you handle mixed containers?
Yes. Most programmes consolidate several part numbers into one container to keep freight sensible at 1000 pieces per line.
What happens if a lot fails inspection?
The lot is re-inspected against the golden sample, and replacement pieces ship on the next available booking at our cost.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The standard MOQ is 1000 pieces per specification. Mixed sizes inside one shipment are accepted once the total reaches that figure.
How is packing specified?
Individual packing, inner box quantity and carton marking are confirmed at quotation stage so the cartons arrive ready for your warehouse.
Send the part number, the annual volume and the target market, and we will come back with a specification and a sampling plan.
