Steering Damper problem

[Homer]

I tried to put a steering damper on, but the clamp was too small. Does anyone know who sells different sizes of steering clamps. I was told NAPA but the counter people looked at me like I had two heads. I went on line and you need a bunch of info not pertaining to my car. I can't grind it down to fit because there is not enough material. Any ideas? Thanks

 

[HenrysT]

Maybe you can use something like this, or make something similar that will work for you. You can go to your local junk yard and crawl under a few trucks. http://store.jksmfg.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SSTIEROD&Store_Code=JKS01&

 

[iroct]

Try an older ford tie rod adjuster sleeve. The clamp bolt might work and they come in bigger sizes Dwight

 

[PotvinGuy]

This is an ongoing problem. The only damper I know for street rods is the SO-CAL unit and it mounts with a small cheap clamp guaranteed to rust, scratch your chrome and slip. Someone needs to make a good looking adjustable damper with multiple mounting options. The motorcycle aftermarket has some sharp units, but they are designed for specific bikes, and are really expensive.

 

[Johnny]

Had the same problem. I am using RPM radius rods and the clamp would not come close to ever fitting. Found a clamp that is used for off road trucks that bolt those lights to the roll bar.

 

[old round fart]

If the tie rod is not chrome, why can't you weld a tab to the rod? Get the toe set so you don't have to turn the rod or you will need to disconnect the ends for adjustment. Just a thought.

 

[railroad]

The local hardware stores here seem to carry a good selection of stuff like that, ie Ace, Lowes. If you cannot find the clamp you need, you might try making a curved plate for the opposite side and using what ever length bolt/nut combination to make it work.

 

[fordsbyjay]

Could you clamp it then drill a hole in/through it to pin it in place?