Ford Puma St CF7 Rear Axle Beam Subframe Wheel Hubs L1TC-5K952-BF

Ford Puma St CF7 Rear Axle Beam Subframe Wheel Hubs is a component from the Longitudinal body frame parts and brackets group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. It ensures stable mounting of the wheel hubs and proper axle guidance, which translates into predictable vehicle handling and safe suspension operation. This is a solution for users seeking factory-fitment and structural consistency in their Ford.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2578671
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: REAR-SUB
• Substitutable numbers: L1TC-2K317-AA, L1TC2K317AA, 2578671
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Subframe
• Category: Frame Rails & Subframes

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The rear axle beam in the Ford Puma St CF7 is responsible for transferring loads from the wheels to the body and maintaining correct suspension geometry. As a component mounted in the rear area of the vehicle, it works in conjunction with wheel hubs, suspension mounts, and frame elements, creating a rigid, predictable base for the entire chassis system to operate. Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the beam allows for maintaining:

• correct wheel alignment on the rear axle,
• handling stability at higher speeds,
• consistency of suspension performance with factory chassis settings.

Benefits of using an original rear axle beam

Using a rear axle beam sourced from a dismantled Ford vehicle is a solution that allows you to balance cost control with maintaining factory handling characteristics. The component from the Longitudinal body frame parts and brackets group is designed to work with other body and suspension components without the need for structural modifications. Key advantages of this solution include:

• factory fitment to body mounting points,
• preservation of the original rear axle geometry,
• the ability to restore stock driving characteristics after a collision or wear of the previous component.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The rear axle beam with wheel hubs is suitable for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn structural elements in the Ford Puma St CF7. It enables the restoration of the correct driving path, reduction of unwanted tire wear, and recovery of the vehicle's predictable response to steering inputs. In practice, this means that after proper installation and geometry alignment, you can achieve:

• more confident cornering,
• stability during braking and acceleration,
• consistent operation of driver assistance systems that depend on suspension geometry.

Characteristics of the dismantled component

The offered rear axle beam comes from a dismantled Ford vehicle, which ensures compliance with the factory specifications of the Puma St CF7 model. This type of component is a good choice for users who want to restore the original construction of the rear body section without resorting to aftermarket parts with uncertain parameters. An element from this structural group is essential for safety, which is why it is worth choosing solutions consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Related categories and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear structural zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brackets, reinforcements, or longitudinal frame parts, check the available parts in the Ford longitudinal body frame parts and brackets category. When working on suspension and load-bearing elements, it is worth expanding your knowledge about the possibilities of using dismantled parts in modification and repair projects. Inspiration regarding combining used sub-assemblies with mechanical and visual tuning can be found in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled sub-assemblies. If you are interested in how dismantled suspension elements can help eliminate disturbing noises and improve steering precision, it is also worth reading the guide Suspension knocking? Discover a clever way to restore factory steering precision without spending a fortune at the service center, which discusses practical aspects of selecting and installing used chassis components.