33 Steering parts are listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome, in 12 part types, covering the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1955 Desoto Firedome, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. Most of the listed parts are Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve (6 parts), Power Steering Fluid (4 parts) and Power Steering Pump Shaft Bearing (4 parts). The other 9 part types cover the remaining 19 parts.
The 1955 Desoto Firedome came with a single engine, the 4.8L 291cid V8, and every part is verified against it.
11 brands supply steering parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome, led by LARES (10 parts), LUBEGARD (4 parts) and WJB / INMOTION PARTS (4 parts), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Economy, Daily Driver and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1955 Desoto Firedome. 2 parts have it, including MEVOTECH MES2004S (Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve) and MEVOTECH GES2004S (Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Filter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HASTINGS / BALDWIN | HF783 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| LARES | 299 | 🇺🇸 US | 3" OD x 1" ID x 1-9/16" Tall | View on Amazon |
| LARES | 199 | 🇺🇸 US | 2-1/2" OD x 1-1/8" ID x 1-9/16" Tall | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering filters. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for.
3 Power Steering Filter parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from 2 brands — LARES and HASTINGS / BALDWIN.
Part numbers include HASTINGS / BALDWIN HF783, LARES 299 and LARES 199.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUBEGARD | 23201 | 🇺🇸 US | 1 QuartSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23205 | 🇺🇸 US | 5 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23232 | 🇺🇸 US | Synthetic Power Steering Fluid1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23255 | 🇺🇸 US | 55 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
4 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from LUBEGARD.
This group includes LUBEGARD 23201, LUBEGARD 23205 and LUBEGARD 23232 and the remaining parts above.
Power Steering Pump
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 2058 | 🇺🇸 US | Pump with ReservoirRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
| LARES | 2059 | 🇺🇸 US | Pump without ReservoirRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.
2 Power Steering Pump parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from LARES.
Listed part numbers: LARES 2058 and LARES 2059.
Power Steering Pump Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 185 | 🇺🇸 US | Drive Coupling Spider | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Power Steering Pump. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
This group shows a single part: LARES 185.
Power Steering Pump Shaft Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | RB62032RS | 🇺🇸 US | U/K Steering System | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 203FF | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB203FF | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| NATIONAL | 203FF | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering Pump Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
4 Power Steering Pump Shaft Bearing parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from 4 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, ACDELCO, BCA and 1 other brand.
The Economy section lists 1 option from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, ACDELCO, BCA and NATIONAL supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 203FF.
Part numbers include WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS, ACDELCO 203FF and BCA NB203FF, among others listed above.
Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NS6835S | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| NATIONAL | 6835S | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS6835S | 🇺🇸 US | Unknown Steering System | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Power Steering Pump Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
3 Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome, from BCA, NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
This group includes BCA NS6835S, NATIONAL 6835S and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS6835S.
Steering Column Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 470567 | 🇺🇸 US | with Manual Steering | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS470567 | 🇺🇸 US | with Manual Steering | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Steering Column Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Steering Column Shaft Seal parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from 2 brands — NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
This group includes NATIONAL 470567 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS470567.
Steering Coupler
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 216 | 🇺🇸 US | Steering Coupling Insulatorwith 1" Length | View on Amazon |
This table covers the couplers in the steering shaft.
One part is listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome — LARES 216.
Steering Gear
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 8475 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| LARES | 8476 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| LARES | 8477 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering gears.
3 Steering Gear parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome come from LARES.
This group includes LARES 8475, LARES 8476 and LARES 8477.
Steering Gear Nut
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 179 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering Gear nuts.
One part is listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome — LARES 179.
Steering Gear Sector Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NS6859S | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| NATIONAL | 6859S | 🇺🇸 US | Fits with Manual Steeringor with Uni Steer Power Steering | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS6859S | 🇺🇸 US | Fits with Manual Steeringor with Uni Steer Power Steering | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Steering Gear Sector Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
3 Steering Gear Sector Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome, from BCA, NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
Listed part numbers: BCA NS6859S, NATIONAL 6859S and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS6859S.
Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular | MES2004S | 🇺🇸 US | Supreme11/16" x 18 Thread Size | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 45A6004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| MOOG | ES2004S | 🇺🇸 US | 4.72 (In) Lengthwith 11/16 (In) X 18 Threads | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular | GES2004S | 🇺🇸 US | Original Grade | View on Amazon |
| QUICK STEER | ES2004S | 🇺🇸 US | 4.72 (In) Lengthwith 11/16 (In) X 18 Threads | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SES2004S | 🇺🇸 US | 4.72 (In) Lengthwith 11/16 (In) X 18 Threads | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Tie Rod End Adjusting sleeves.
6 Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve parts are listed for the 1955 Desoto Firedome, from MEVOTECH, ACDELCO, MOOG and 2 other brands. MEVOTECH MES2004S carries the "Popular" badge.
The Daily Driver section lists 3 options from MEVOTECH, ACDELCO and MOOG — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MEVOTECH MES2004S is listed in this group.
Economy: 3 parts, from MEVOTECH, QUICK STEER and SKP. A representative part number is MEVOTECH GES2004S.
This group includes MEVOTECH MES2004S, ACDELCO 45A6004 and MOOG ES2004S and the remaining parts above.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1955 Desoto Firedome
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeve and Power Steering Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1955 Desoto Firedome?
Our catalog currently lists 33 steering parts for the 1955 Desoto Firedome across 12 subcategories and 11 brands, covering the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1955 Desoto Firedome?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1955 Desoto Firedome was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1955 Desoto Firedome?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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