{"product_id":"test-steering-column-std-470mm-490mm","title":"OTK Steering Column Standard 470mm \/ 490mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOTK Steering Column Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e (part number 0005.BA8) is a genuine OTK replacement steering column for Senior kart chassis across the full OTK Kart Group range. Available in two lengths — 470mm and 490mm — it replaces a worn, bent or damaged steering column and restores the steering system to factory specification. The standard column is the correct choice for the majority of Senior OK and KZ chassis setups; longer column options exist for specific ergonomic configurations but the 470mm and 490mm remain the most commonly fitted lengths across current OTK chassis generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe steering column is the primary mechanical link between the steering wheel and the front stub axles. Condition of the column directly affects steering precision and driver feedback. Any column that has been bent in an impact, shows corrosion at the bearing journals, or produces movement at the steering wheel should be replaced rather than run on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOTK Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0005.BA8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 470mm and 490mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Senior steering column replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine OTK spare part\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTony Kart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Racer 401 RR, 401R, 401S, 401 T, 401 TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKosmic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercury RR, Mercury R, Mercury T, Mercury TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExprit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noesis RR, Noesis T, Noesis TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedspeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e RX RR, RX T, RX TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLN Kart:\u003c\/strong\u003e LN Four, LN Four T, LN Four TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGillard:\u003c\/strong\u003e TG17 MY2025, TG17 TDX — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCS55:\u003c\/strong\u003e MY2025 — Senior OK and KZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the column length fitted to your chassis before ordering — check your chassis documentation or measure the existing column from hub to hub. The 470mm and 490mm are both stocked; if you need a non-standard length such as 520mm or 540mm for a taller driver, check the available OTK extended column options. The steering column should always be replaced with the bearings and circlip checked at the same time — see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/steering-column-bearing-10mm\"\u003eOTK Steering Column Bearing 10mm\u003c\/a\u003e and associated hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/steering-column-bearing-10mm\"\u003eOTK Steering Column Bearing 10mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/steering-column-bearing-circlip\"\u003eOTK Steering Column Bearing Circlip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"OTK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58448130277701,"sku":"OTK-STR-0005-BA8","price":47.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/2785\/6709\/files\/0005.BA8.jpg?v=1783068578","url":"https:\/\/thekartstore.com\/products\/test-steering-column-std-470mm-490mm","provider":"IC Kartstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}