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Option #2, is to drill out the holes, to a slightly larger bore, so that the new gear piece fits, and lock it down with the wave washer and nut.

No-rear brake
the ball and socket needs to match each other ?

Drill, St.

srankin wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 07, 2023 3:42 pm

Drill, St.

That’s my “ plan”.

However, I have reservations, because once I drill, I will not be able to go back to the original rod set up, if needed.

Good news is, the two components that will need to be drilled, are an alloy. Should be able to use my hand drill to carefully open up the holes

wa1nca wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 07, 2023 3:29 pm

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Option #2, is to drill out the holes, to a slightly larger bore, so that the new gear piece fits, and lock it down with the wave washer and nut.

No-rear brake
the ball and socket needs to match each other ?

Tommy,
Not sure what your question is.

no question now deleted my post
would think new rod would be stronger

maybe new rod is a updated rod and needs 2 rubber boots

SDCR wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 07, 2023 4:20 pm

srankin wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 07, 2023 3:42 pm

Drill, St.

That’s my “ plan”.

However, I have reservations, because once I drill, I will not be able to go back to the original rod set up, if needed.

Good news is, the two components that will need to be drilled, are an alloy. Should be able to use my hand drill to carefully open up the holes

You may have another option. How close is the new threaded bit off? You might be able to turn it down a smidgen with a die. My guess is that this wouldn't affect the strength of the fitting by much. I always hesitate changing things that can't be changed back to OEM. Having said that though, it would only require a part of the foot lever and the arm that comes out of the transmission.

Kevin

Kevin,

Yes, the threaded piece is very close. I can almost turn it through the bore. That why I thought a slight enlargement of the bore would work.

Are you suggesting that I just shave a small amount of material from the threads?

Yes. I've done it several times with other applications. Same pitch just one size smaller. But, having said that, if you're really close you may be able to get by with a light sanding (sand paper in a tight roll).

Kevin

Kevin,

I’m going to try that method. Will report back.

Have you measured the differences? A digital caliper could tell you how much you have to remove to get things to fit.