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Rod end n transit drop link nut size
jossey - 8/3/13 at 09:57 AM

Me being super excited while stripping my front end down I have thrown the track rod end nut in the bolt box... 1500 m8, m10,m12 etc nuts n bolts....

Also I threw in the transit drop link bolt.

Can someone tell me what the nuts are so I can grab some while I'm out.....

Please n thanks

I assume they are 1/2 unf as my metric nuts don't fit the escort rod end..

David


snakebelly - 8/3/13 at 10:44 AM

i think youll find they are metric 18mm fine thread, i got some from rally design who had them in stock, i also know Mac1 keep some knocking about
HTH


britishtrident - 8/3/13 at 11:20 AM

I think the OP is looking for a nut for the taper.................. the nuts on the taper the threads of which vary between the various aftermarket manufacturers. It could be a Unified Thread Inch (nb Imperial is something else) or more likely a metric thread of a finer or coarser pitch. You need to measure the dia meter accurately and use a thread gauge to find the pitch.


Peteff - 8/3/13 at 11:55 AM

Best option is to take a drag link coupling with you and try the nut at the supplier. I've had them with various thread configurations.


snakebelly - 8/3/13 at 01:49 PM

ooops sorry, yep i see the error of my ways now, i did as already suggested and took mine to the bolt shop, i did get a few spares, i could post you a couple out but as has already been said, there is sometimes difference in thread depending on where they are from.


jossey - 9/3/13 at 07:23 PM

Cheers people... Ill goto a fasteners on Monday.

Mac thanks for offer ill get a few next time like you did.