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I just completed two jigs. I'm going to try them out this weekend and make sure they are good to go, then I will be able to ship these ones out.
Sounds like a winner! The original has been on tour for nearly 5 years, so must be getting a little shop worn.
As an aside, I had been thinking of initiating a thread to solicite the many users of this mod kit to chronicle its travels over Canada & US .... thoughts from any prior users?
After reading this thread, which Garth started in 2008, I would like to do this mod as well!
The saga continues...but...I don't know how to get in contact with the Rennlister who holds the Jig at this moment, neither do I know where to get the 2 pins just yet.
There is an "official tie rod pinning tool wait list" thread that you can add yourself to. There are currently a few different tools floating around
Pins are going to be a standard 5/16" roll pin (although in the Netherlands an 8mm pin might be easier to find).
I am at the stage to pin my tie rods as part of my suspension rebuild. I do not trust the source or quality of hardware from the local auto parts stores. I searched McMaster-Carr catalog and found Coiled Spring Pins in Extra Strength Steel. These have two wrapped layers making up the cylinder of the pin. I went with the 5/16" dia x 1.75" length (pn 95755A475, USD$3.14 ea). I will leave the extra 1/8" sticking out each side as that will not be as compressed as that passing through the assembly. No worry that the pin will 'fall' out. I have my tie rods off the steering rack and will use a drill press for making the hole and a hydraulic ram press to set the pin.
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Great Site!!!!!!
Modify is my middle name
Last edited by mr_bock; 08-09-2013 at 07:59 PM.
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Resurrecting this old thread in case anyone subscribed is still interested in these. Below is the up to date thread for the 993 EVO-style inner tie rods that will be available shortly.
Looks like we've run the gamut on this mod ...... unless you have a live contact, PM me for a return address: time to bronze it, and retire the tool to the mantle
Garth
Greetings
I recently found this thread when my steering wheel shifted strangely after taking a (very) hard on ramp. I was happy to see that this wasn't a strange occurrence and that fix was possible without breaking my wallet in two. Went to my local and they're happy to put it up in the air and put a pin in for me, which is great. One thing i haven't come across is proper size of the pin and bit that was used successfully. Alternatively, If you or any of the forum members have any left over pins and matching drill bit please let me know. I'd be happy to cover shipping and cost of materials for anything taking up space in a coffee can somewhere... : )
If you can't find, it seems the Tarret links on the link above are a pretty affordable way to do it without drilling.
Great suggestion on the silicone. McMaster-Carr sent the 8X40mm pins overnight and the installing is happening today. Looking forward to having it completed with restored faith in the steering.
01-11-2013, 01:54 PM
