Rod Ends - Heim Joints
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Jimmy, if you want the best, Goldline is the one to look at, Frank
Jimmy
I know all the guys around these parts use NMB, they are pricey (around $60 ea. for a 1/2" rod end) but super strong. I know most of the Indy and Champ cars teams use these. The only ones I have seen that compare are the Military spec pieces that run about $110. for a 5/8 rod end but radial load spec on those is about 22,000 lbs.
Hope some of this helps
Phil
I know all the guys around these parts use NMB, they are pricey (around $60 ea. for a 1/2" rod end) but super strong. I know most of the Indy and Champ cars teams use these. The only ones I have seen that compare are the Military spec pieces that run about $110. for a 5/8 rod end but radial load spec on those is about 22,000 lbs.
Hope some of this helps
Phil
Can anyone define 'best' ?? (in a suspension application)
IE what makes one make of rose joint 'better' than another, is it a higher load spec?? greater misalignment angle?? ptfe linings?? wear rates??
any info would be greatly appreciated!
IE what makes one make of rose joint 'better' than another, is it a higher load spec?? greater misalignment angle?? ptfe linings?? wear rates??
any info would be greatly appreciated!
I just bought some NMB joints. £45 each plus delivery. Cheaper than Merlin for their silverline range. 3 peice and ptfe lined. Came recommended to me as very good. Am most pleased with them. 1/2 by 1/2 inch unf.
National rod ends are the budget ones about half the cost of NMB.
There is a grade above NMB but I didn't look into that too closely as these are the style used by WRC teams and the like. I decided I have ended my off road excursions so didn't need them that bomb proof!
For a GT40 replica suspension application the NMB or equivalent should be plenty sufficient.
Bigger alignment angles = more cost.
I used the internet to find a supplier and was most happy with what I got.
National rod ends are the budget ones about half the cost of NMB.
There is a grade above NMB but I didn't look into that too closely as these are the style used by WRC teams and the like. I decided I have ended my off road excursions so didn't need them that bomb proof!
For a GT40 replica suspension application the NMB or equivalent should be plenty sufficient.
Bigger alignment angles = more cost.
I used the internet to find a supplier and was most happy with what I got.
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Malcolm,
Care to divulge your source? PM me if your shy..... ;-)
Andy
Care to divulge your source? PM me if your shy..... ;-)
Andy
JimmyMac
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Guys,
Currently, I agree with Frank but just wanted to test the water. These are SKFs.
NHBB were my favourite but personally I am hesitant on the non-original SS cores.
The Rose joints are still available in black.
However, original DREM specifications are also available with Cadmium plating and I think I am on the trail of these but they are extremely expensive.
Currently, I agree with Frank but just wanted to test the water. These are SKFs.
NHBB were my favourite but personally I am hesitant on the non-original SS cores.
The Rose joints are still available in black.
However, original DREM specifications are also available with Cadmium plating and I think I am on the trail of these but they are extremely expensive.
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