Basically, a sleeve is a protective covering. It goes around something else – usually a shaft, a pin, or a bearing – to reduce wear and tear. Think of it like a bushing, but often used in specific situations where you need a close fit and a smooth surface. Sometimes it's there to provide spacing, or to absorb vibrations. They come in different materials like brass, bronze, plastic, even specialized metals, depending on what it's protecting and the kind of stress it’s under. They pop up all over the place, honestly. You'll find them in the engine, transmission, suspension, steering, really anywhere there’s moving metal on metal. A common spot is around suspension pins – like where the control arms attach. They might be part of the valve train in the engine. They're generally a smaller component, not something you’d immediately recognize, but essential to how things move and stay aligned. Without a good sleeve, you're looking at metal rubbing directly on metal. That creates friction, heat, and eventually, damage. It’s like having no pad on your brakes, things will wear out super fast and you’ll have problems. Sleeves act like a shield, protecting those critical parts and keeping everything running smoothly. If a sleeve fails, you’ll notice if things start to rattle, bind, or just aren’t moving right. It’s a relatively inexpensive part to replace, and can save you a ton of money on bigger repairs down the road. You can often find a good selection of sleeves at places like Fixparts Online, or we can check our stock here if you’d like. Value-packed: Sleeve (MPN 191201316A) includes a 12-month warranty!

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