 Need another trunk torsion bar roller, Can’t remember where I got this metal one... |
|
|
|
Porsche, and the Porsche crest are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG.
This site is not affiliated with Porsche in any way. Its only purpose is to provide an online forum for car enthusiasts. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. |
|
|
| oakdalecurtis |
 Apr 17 2019, 04:51 PM
Post
#1
|
|
Oakdalecurtis  Group: Members Posts: 1,357 Joined: 5-June 15 From: Oakdale, Ca Member No.: 18,802 Region Association: Central California 
 |
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?
 |
   |
 
|
  |
Replies(1 - 9)
| jcd914 |
Apr 17 2019, 05:52 PM
Post
#2
|
|
Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,092 Joined: 7-February 08 From: Sacramento, CA Member No.: 8,684 Region Association: Northern California |
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 |
|
|
|
| oakdalecurtis |
Apr 17 2019, 06:45 PM
Post
#3
|
|
Oakdalecurtis Group: Members Posts: 1,357 Joined: 5-June 15 From: Oakdale, Ca Member No.: 18,802 Region Association: Central California
|
QUOTE(jcd914 @ Apr 17 2019, 04:52 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 Thanks JC, will wait to see if you find it... |
|
|
|
| PanelBilly |
Apr 17 2019, 07:30 PM
Post
#4
|
|
914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,881 Joined: 23-July 06 From: Kent, Wa Member No.: 6,488 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
|
I think I have a set but I may not be able to look for them till next week.
|
|
|
|
| jcd914 |
Apr 17 2019, 10:33 PM
Post
#5
|
|
Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,092 Joined: 7-February 08 From: Sacramento, CA Member No.: 8,684 Region Association: Northern California |
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.  |
|
|
|
| Mikey914 |
Apr 18 2019, 01:57 AM
Post
#6
|
|
The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,767 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None
|
Yes these are a sacrificial part and they do wear. Even the metal ones. The delrin still holds up well too.
|
|
|
|
| Superhawk996 |
Apr 18 2019, 12:53 PM
Post
#7
|
|
914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,025 Joined: 25-August 18 From: Woods of N. Idaho Member No.: 22,428 Region Association: Galt's Gulch
|
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.
|
 |
|
| Mikey914 |
Apr 18 2019, 04:16 PM
Post
#8
|
|
The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,767 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None
|
Attached thumbnail(s)  Attached image(s) 
|
|
|
|
| rgalla9146 |
Apr 18 2019, 05:44 PM
Post
#9
|
|
Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,743 Joined: 23-November 05 From: Paramus NJ Member No.: 5,176 Region Association: None
|
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. Attached thumbnail(s)  
|
|
|
|
| dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Apr 19 2019, 07:25 AM
Post
#10
|
|
914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 8,161 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
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
|
|
|
|
|
1 User(s) are reading this topic (1 Guests and 0 Anonymous Users)
0 Members:
|
Lo-Fi Version | Time is now: 9th May 2025 - 09:39 AM |
Invision Power Board
v9.1.4 © 2025 IPS, Inc.