| Re: Banski MotorSports is having an inventory reduction sale. 20% off all products. |
Subject: Re: Banski MotorSports is having an inventory reduction sale. 20% off all products. by astock165 on 2017/2/4 12:55:17 Quote:
There are a ton of options out there for sure. I've been using Aurora Bearing rod ends from the start and have no issues with them. I use just the regular Teflon lining but I've seen composite linings as well. I've also seen polymer rod end options from companies like IGUS, which might be something you want to look @ given the environment you describe. Just make sure they have a similar load rating (radial static of 8200 lb) if possible. The polymer constructions might not be rated that high in the sizes used in this application. Be wary of what you might find on line, I get email ALL the time from Chinese bearing mfr's telling me how great their products are and how they can save me money. Yeah, maybe initially but I've seen what's down that road. With regards to sizes: the threads are 5/8"-18 UNF. Keep in mind that one side is a right handed thread and the other a left. Early on the frame side had a rod end with a 1/2" thru hole and a 5/8" thread so it would directly accommodate a 1/2" bolt without a reducer. Later on I changed that to be a 5/8" hole & thread on both sides with the frame side needing a reducer (it simplified inventory). That's no big issue as a 5/8" to 1/2" reducer is readily available so you can make the swap easily. I can get replacement rod ends for $17.50/pc, RH or LH. The 5/8" to 1/2" reducers are $2.50/pc. If you need more info or have additional questions just let me know or shoot me an email. |
