{"product_id":"ca-tech-usa-can-am-maverick-r-steering-rack-dowel-pins","title":"CA Tech USA Can-Am Maverick R Steering Rack Dowel Pins","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCA Tech USA steering rack dowel pins for the Can-Am Maverick R replace the factory pins, a known weak link that can deform, crack or shear and let the steering flag and bolts walk loose.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pin is CNC machined from 4140 chromoly with a thicker wall and tighter tolerances than OEM for a more precise fit and less play. The kit includes two pins and an installation tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision CNC machined from 4140 chromoly steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased wall thickness for greater shear strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighter machining tolerances than OEM for a more precise fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the factory steering rack dowel pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and manufactured in the USA from USA-sourced materials, per CA Tech USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt To Solve: Maverick R Steering Flag Bolts Walking and Shearing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose-fitting OEM dowel pins letting the steering flag and bolts move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts weakening, backing out or shearing after the flag starts to walk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM pins deforming, cracking or shearing under larger tires, racing or hard hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest For: Maverick R Owners Protecting the Steering System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRacers and aggressive desert drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwners running larger tires that add steering load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting cheap insurance against an expensive steering failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 4140 chromoly steel, CNC machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: thicker wall than OEM, tighter tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage includes: (2) 4140 chromoly steering rack dowel pins, (1) installation tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot included: steering flag (pictured installed in a CA Tech USA steering flag, sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: designed and manufactured in the USA from USA-sourced materials, per CA Tech USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Part Number: CA-288A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListed by CA Tech USA for the Can-Am Maverick R as a direct replacement for the factory steering rack dowel pins. We also list the Maverick R Max, which shares the steering system. CA Tech USA does not publish a model-year range. Fitment is not guaranteed on unlisted applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do Maverick R steering rack dowel pins fail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCA Tech USA reports the OEM pins are a loose fit, which lets the steering flag and bolts walk. Under aggressive driving, larger tires or hard impacts the pins can deform, crack or shear and the bolts can back out or shear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo 4140 chromoly steering rack dowel pins and one installation tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the steering flag included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The photo shows the pins installed in a CA Tech USA steering flag, which is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are they stronger than OEM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are CNC machined from 4140 chromoly with a thicker wall for more shear strength, and held to tighter tolerances for a more precise fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre they a direct replacement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They replace the factory steering rack dowel pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre they made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCA Tech USA states they are designed and manufactured in the USA from USA-sourced materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy CA Tech USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCA Tech USA builds UTV suspension and steering parts in Cleveland, Tennessee, and engineers fixes for known weak points on platforms like the Maverick R.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLock Down Your Maverick R Steering System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder the CA Tech USA Maverick R steering rack dowel pins, inspect your steering flag bolts while you install them, and replace any that show stretch or damage. If you are upgrading the rest of the front end, look at the matching Maverick R lower control arm bolt retainer kit and heavy duty tie rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why do Maverick R steering rack dowel pins fail?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"CA Tech USA reports the OEM pins are a loose fit, which lets the steering flag and bolts walk. 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