Skip Wolfe

I've heard that there is a 17mm ball joint pin available for the Charlie Arms. Can anyone confirm this and tell me who stocks them?

Thanks,

Skip Wolfe

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Oddjob

Someone mentioned Powerhaus one time, but I never confirmed it. I am also curious about standard sized pins, so post to let me know if you find a source. Thanks.

Skip Wolfe

I called Wrightwood Racing (the manufacturer of the Charlie arms) directly this morning and was told in no uncertain terms that they do not make a 17mm pin and that I would be insane about even thinking about i. That the 17mm pins would be way too weak, etc. It was kind of humorous that he got pretty riled up. He wanted to know who told me that and if I find out to tell him so he could take care of it. Its nice to see that he's passionate about his products.

jerome951

He's probably concerned about someone making a replacement pin in 17mm so first-time users wouldn't have to machine the spindles (one of the drawbacks to using the Wrightwood arms).

Imagine the legal battles he'd have to fight if someone's car or body was damaged from a failed aftermarket 17mm pin.