In Search of Rod Ends

[geoffr]

Originally Posted by 1affiah

Maybe larger ones and bush them down, or re-thread the tie bar?

I've looked into larger ones and bushing down and would need to have a female rod of 1" to bush down and the bushing be strong enough -but this would then be too long/large

I would love to re-thread the tie bar... but this is my last option as I would need to cut a hole in the side of the boat - most likely right through the chainplate !! (I'll be checking this weekend)

[geoffr]

Originally Posted by IdoraKeeper

What you want it's made by trw... Try Amazon or even eBay... You should be able to get exactly what you were looking for... In stainless even.

I haven't had any luck - I've been looking for a TRW part search, but it always send me to what car...

[geoffr]

Originally Posted by notiesbob

https://www.emfrodends.com/
Home | Rod Ends
CDi Geared Steerer Maintenance & Spares Kit [312-CDI] - $199.00 : Edson Marine Store

Maybe above will help. Also send your pic to Ruth or Tim at Klacko in Oakville, they have a huge can do mentality, if they can't help they will know who can - klackospars@bellnet.ca

notiesbob - thanks I've sent them a note!

[geoffr]

rbrentp -

any information would be greatly appreciated! (will DM you)

I'm wondering if yours are not 9/16-18 Left and Right.. knowing Prout it wouldn't surprise me if things changed boat to boat...

Originally Posted by rbrentp

Hi replaced them on my Snowgoose about a year ago. Don't remember off hand the company and will not be near the electronic memory for a couple of days. I went to Google put in the specs, specified stainless steel and found a million. Price shipped and I think spent about $50 each. Might have been for the pair. Automoti e suppliers didn't cerry stainless if I remember correctly.

IF that doesn't work let me know and I will dig.

[geoffr]

Falbala, Deblen,

Thanks for the pointers - unfortunately I don't see any which are 9/16"

Originally Posted by deblen

Google "heim joint" N. America (SAE)
or "rose joint" EU. (metric)

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/shop/...4-16-578-31189

Originally Posted by Falbala60

I am a machinery designer and used many times ...

Rod ends

Don't know how they will last in marine environment, but for machinery they are very good... and there is a NAME behind !

[geoffr]

Jim,

I was begining to doubt myself so yesterday I went to our fastener store with one and it is indeed 9/16. 14mm just won't go beyond 3 threads.

Originally Posted by Jim Cate

Dunno if it has any bearing on the matter, but 9/16 inch is essentially identical to 14 mm. Is it possible that you are searching for the wrong thing in your perusal of catalogs?

Jim

[Hobie_ind]

Not the cheapest alternative and probably at the large end, but they're used a lot in aircraft service:

https://www.aircraftspruce.ca/search...d+ends&x=0&y=0

[PDScott]

The pitch of the thread is different from Standard to metric. Maybe go to a machine shop. They usually can source most things. Just a suggestion.

[captlloyd]

I don’t know why you haven’t contacted Summit Racing. They more than likely have what you want, cheaper than any marine supply, have a web-site and toll-free ordering, you can get it in three days. Same with Speedway Racing equipment. They use those things like crazy on race car suspensions and steering.

[B-Baysailer]

You can try looking here Universal Outer Tie Rod Ends - Moog Suspension Parts they list a couple with 9/16 thread and they have a number you can call for help

[double u]

I (austro-kraut) might have misunderstood, but why not
cut big turnbuckle in half & have it welded to ss-tube- give u one end with rh & one w lh thread...

[B-Baysailer]

Check these out might be them https://www.ebay.com/itm/Morris-Mino...-/252199310983

[B-Baysailer]

Found this ss one on eBay LH thread they might have a right hand one too
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Female-Left...-/122746298159

[jimbunyard]

Originally Posted by B-Baysailer

Found this ss one on eBay LH thread they might have a right hand one too
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Female-Left...-/122746298159

Unfortunately this joint has 1/2-20 thread... the stud that mounts in the arm is 9/16...and tapered so there is that problem too.

"9/16x18 Stud Thread :: 1/2x20 Rod End Type :: Female Stud Small Taper"

It will be interesting to see if the requisite end can be found.

As noted before, the easiest solution (providing one has, or knows someone who has, the ability to do it) is to take a std thread 1/2-20 rod end, 54.37 at MSC https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/35398429







Drill is out with a 33/64 drill bit, 4.94 at Amacon, https://www.amazon.com/Speed-Steel-S.../dp/B0007Q75HS



And tap them for 9/16-18 with a left and right hand tap, 12.50 at amazon, https://www.amazon.com/16-18-High-Sp.../dp/B005GLJRTS



The OD of the threaded portion of the 1/2-20 end is .75", if having a minimum wall thickness of 3/32" is too scary, the other option is to go to a 5/8" rod end and use an insert, something like this, 8.99, Eldi (though they can probably be found more generically, and cheaply, elsewhere)

https://www.modernbike.com/eldi-peda...16---left-each

[Capt Nemo]

Originally Posted by Fiveslide

I'd check an automotive parts store. Look like typical tie-rod ends you would find on a car nothing especially boaty about them. Take them in and ask the parts guys to find a match.

Try Princess Auto in Ontario.
I have purchased them at the Sudbury store.
They have a great catalog and will ship your order. I'm not saying they have the size you need, but worth a try. They will also send you a catalog.