Re: (ET) 12M swivel ends for deck arms

[Jim Coate <lists freerangeelectric com>]

Thon - you are talking about the ball ends for the "L" shaped arms that 
hold up the mid-mount decks? I have the OEM style ends here:
https://freerangeelectric.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=77

The McMaster link goes to 1,239 products but yeah, they probably have 
something that fits if go through the dimensions. However I'm not sure 
stronger is needed - the failures I've seen are all from rust/lack of 
lubrication. It's a good idea to squirt some oil in those ball ends 
every spring or three.

Jeff - I don't understand your comment as getting a long enough bolt 
would be difficult and bending a grade 8 bolt at 90 degrees a real 
challenge. However you mentioned E20 - perhaps you are talking about the 
rods in the steering system? Different type of ball end that has a stud 
sticking out, also under that McMaster link. Pair those with a straight 
length of grade 8 bolt and yes, would indeed have a nice steering system 
repair.


On 05/19/2019 10:28 pm, tb wrote:
> I need to replace a swivel arm, or two, on a couple of my deck arms.
> These look considerably stronger than stock.  Anyone tried them?  Know
> if they work?
>
> https://www.mcmaster.com/ball-joints
>
> Thanks.
>
> Thon


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