Need parts Machined

[LumenAl]

As you may know, my T is a late 60's build and I need a part machined that I can't find anywhere... My T has a VW steering box and the steering arm has a 25MM ball on it. The steering link has a "tube" if you will that attaches to the 25MM ball on the steering arm. Inside this tube are two bushings that grab each side of the ball and is held in with a plug that screws into the back of the tube and has large carter pin to secure.

Here is a drawing of the part I need done... (2 each), all dimensions are in Millimeters. (Top View should say Front View)

here is a 3D view... (not good at 3D but you get the idea I hope).

The hole that goes through is what allows the grease to travel to the ball on the steering arm...

So, hopefully I've been able to communicate what needs to be machined, anyone got the skills and tools? (I sure as heck don't)! I'm not looking for a freebie, am very willing to pay.

 

[GAB]

Hey Al, I need an address to send these to you. Send it to xxg.a.barnes@hotmail.comxx.

 

[LumenAl]

Hey Al, I need an address to send these to you. Send it to xxg.a.barnes@hotmail.comxx.

!!!GEORGE!!!
YOU ARE THE MAN!
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Email has been sent with address...​

 

[LumenAl]

Need parts Machined Update!

GAB!!!

The package you mailed on the 27th of May via our wonderful USPS arrived today June 9th... (that's 14 days)!

I'm ecstatic that they showed up... but I'm thinking USPS should go back to the Pony Express days... would have got it here quicker! :sorry:

 

[LumenAl]

Hey GWB...

I forgot to tell you the parts fit perfect! I'm back on the road enjoying the third day of sun we've had this year! Thank You Again!

 

[Youngster]

For future refrence Al, what you have is a Model A type tie rod end. Most of the Ford parts houses carry kits to rebuild these. They have nylon replcements now too. Sorry, should have checked this thread sooner. You probably can out further ahead with George's stuff anyway.

Ron

 

[butch27]

George always comes through doesn't he?

 

[LumenAl]

For future refrence Al, what you have is a Model A type tie rod end. Most of the Ford parts houses carry kits to rebuild these. They have nylon replcements now too. Sorry, should have checked this thread sooner. You probably can out further ahead with George's stuff anyway.

Ron

It's kinda funny Ron, the night I made that post... I had no idea what the heck that setup was, but I knew what I needed to fix them up... the next morning George (GWB) had a post, parts made, just needed a place to send...

I later learned that as you indicated, it is a Model A tie rod end... very interesting setup. What I like about the parts George made is they have a hole for the grease to pass through to lubricate the ball on the pitman arm. The replacement parts I ordered did not have this feature but I needed the spring so worked out perfect!