[Spridgets] Tie Rod Removal

Thu Oct 26 17:42:22 MDT 2017

Almost like the specified maintenance for Mercruiser brand things. Annual
maintenance items that make you remove nylock nuts require replacing them
with their product at $2 a pop! Adds up when there are a dozen on the
outdrive and you have twins on the boat! I have reused them a number of
times without the outdrives falling off. They do tend to loosen easier
though... And, marine grade SS hardware is expensive.

Kent

On Thu, Oct 26, 2017 at 10:47 AM, dwoerpel via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> OK, I gotta weigh in on this.  I worked for 14 years volunteering with the
> EAA restoring their B-25 and working on sundry others (Grumman Duck, P-51,
> Spanish Bf 109, P-64, & B-17 to name a few).  Military is unforgiving.  3
> threads must show through the nut, Nylock nuts only used 3 times, any flaws
> on any fastener and it was replaced.  Pretty understandable given the duty
> of the parts and the loads.  Many of those better condition fasteners found
> their way home to the garage and have been used for various non-stress
> related projects.  If it's a safety related item it gets replaced.
> Although aeronautical standards can seem extreme (they are) think about it
> the next time you're in an A340 or 787 or whatever.  I carry that
> philosophy to ground transportation as well.  Structural & safety related
> pieces get replaced.  That's just me.
>
> HOWEVER!...there may be instances where it's not practical or desired.
> 1.  Those of us with historically "correct" cars are loath to replace
> anything not original.  50 or 60 year old fasteners on something structural
> do need to be replaced and there are companies that make the old fasteners
> in the original style.  2.  One must consider the quality of the
> replacement part; is it "bootleg"(where have I heard that before...Frank!)
> or incorrect fit? It can be tough to find good parts.
>
> This whole dissertation is a long winded way of advising when in doubt,
> replace it.  Like Larry said, it's up to you.
>
> OR, buy a Morgan and you'll replace those parts often as they vibrate off
> the car!  ;-)
>
> Just my $2.00
>
>
> * Safety Fast! *Dave W
>
> 59 :{)
> 59 MGA 1500
> "Pay it Forward"
>
> Burlington WI
>
>
>
> On 10/25/2017 12:04 PM, Larry Macy via Spridgets wrote:
>
> IMHO, where safety counts, like suspension, brakes and tires, reusing a
> worn piece is a fool’s errand. Nuts, bolts, lock washers and tie rod ends
> are cheap, considering the difference between life and death. I don’t buy
> cheap tires, cheap brake parts, or plastic bits where I can avoid it.
>
> It’s your life, do as you find comfortable.
>
> Larry
>
> On Oct 25, 2017, at 8:05 AM, Ron Soave via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> We all think differently, I guess. In the case we are talking about here,
> this tie rod was replaced 17 years ago.  They are around $11. They are as
> difficult to change after removal as a nut.  You can remove without
> replacing, sure. But per your "logic" do you buy one of each bolt for a
> lifetime because the wrench empowers you to do so? Do you re-use bolts in
> critical suspension applications? Do you re-use lockwashers? Do you re-use
> cotter pins? You certainly can. Or, because they are so inexpensive
> relative to the importance of the function that they serve, do you replace
> them as a matter of course when you are working in that area? To me, go
> ahead and buy the tool (I have one) and replace the critical wear item (I
> do).
>
> Tutti I gusti son' gusti.
>
> Ron Soave
>
> On Oct 24, 2017, at 6:34 PM, David Lieb via Spridgets <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> On Oct 24, 2017 6:10 PM, "Ron Soave via Spridgets" <
> spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> The tool costs more than a call joint, the definition of false economy.
>
>
>
> Huh? So you don't buy wrenches cuz they cost more than the bolts they
> remove? 9 out of 10 tools cost more than the objects they are used on. We
> buy them because we intend to use them over and over. At least that is what
> I tell my wife... There are a number of tools I own for the simple joy of a
> fine tool, although I can't justify the cost of a Phil Wood spoke
> cutter/threader.
> David L
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Kent
1960 Bugeye
1983 Garage full of spridget parts!
2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!!
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