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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 01:35 AM
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I am currently rebuilding the front end and want to use Heim rod ends
but I am a bit confused as to wich to use. There is different prices and they are made of different materials. My question to You guys is Wich would You use?
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 01:42 PM
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Where were you going to use the heims on the front?
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Where were you going to use the heims on the front?
They will go from the rack to the spindle.
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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 09:47 PM
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You need high quality Chrome moly teflon lined heim ends. Aroura, QA1, Baker, NSK. Are some of the better brands. There are also "tractor linkage" rod ends on the market. Spend the $$$ for safe parts.
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