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Posted by: oakdalecurtis Apr 17 2019, 04:51 PM

I need another metal trunk torsion bar roller, can’t remember where I got this one in the picture. Would like another one just like it. Should have bought 2 long ago. Anyone recognize it or the source?

Posted by: jcd914 Apr 17 2019, 05:52 PM

I think we used to order then from Automotion but that was a long time ago.
I have a metal one that is damaged (it stuck and the spring wore a flat spot) and needed replacing so I just ordered a set of plastic ones from 914rubber.

I'll look to see if I still have the other metal one from the other side that was not damaged. If I have it you are welcome to it free of charge.

Jim

Posted by: oakdalecurtis Apr 17 2019, 06:45 PM

QUOTE(jcd914 @ Apr 17 2019, 04:52 PM)

Posted by: PanelBilly Apr 17 2019, 07:30 PM

I think I have a set but I may not be able to look for them till next week.

Posted by: jcd914 Apr 17 2019, 10:33 PM

I found them.
You can see one is worn badly, PO forced on to a hinge pin that was already worn from the spring rubbing the pin directly with no roller at all.

I will probably replace the hinge before I install the plastic rollers I got from 914rubber.

Curtis, PM me a mailing address and I'll send the good one.

Thanks
Jim

PS, my sister, brother in law and nephew live in Oakdale.

Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 18 2019, 01:57 AM

Yes these are a sacrificial part and they do wear. Even the metal ones. The delrin still holds up well too.

Posted by: Superhawk996 Apr 18 2019, 12:53 PM

Could easily be duplicated manually on a lathe for about 1hr with of machinist time. I’m surprised someone isn’t doing these in bulk via CNC for sale.

Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 18 2019, 04:16 PM

Someone is
https://900designs-container.zoeysite.com/search/?q=Rollers


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Posted by: rgalla9146 Apr 18 2019, 05:44 PM

These have been on my car for 30 plus years.
Don't know where they came from.
Based on design and lifespan this should be the prototype for any new
product.
I'll gladly provide info to any maker.


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Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Apr 19 2019, 07:25 AM

we never sold the metal ones nor brass as they wear out the trunk torsion rod. Always the delrin plastic, have PLENTY of them on the shelf at all times if you cannot find one anywhere, please make sure you install with grease and lube the shoulder bolt where it pivots on the trunk hinge to avoid a costly failure of the cup