Male Chromoly Rod End – Hard Chrome – Heavy-Duty Heim Joint
Upgrade your linkage system with our heavy-duty male rod ends manufactured to strict X-Series specifications. These heim joints are constructed from heat-treated 4130 Chromoly steel and finished with a hard chrome plating, offering superior structural strength and corrosion resistance compared to standard mild steel or economy joints.
The ball is precision-ground 52100 bearing steel seated in a self-lubricating Nylon/PTFE race. This maintenance-free design isolates vibration and creates a tighter tolerance than metal-on-metal alternatives, making it the ideal choice for critical motorcycle and powersports applications.
Common Applications:
- Motorcycle Shift Linkages: The 5/16-24 size is the industry standard for custom Harley-Davidson and metric cruiser shift rods. Perfect for replacing sloppy stock joints or building a custom stainless shift linkage.
- Brake Components: The 3/8-24 size provides the extra shear strength needed for custom rear brake torque arms, caliper brackets, and heavy-duty control rods.
- Fabrication & Chassis: Ideal for tie-rods, steering stabilizers, and ladder bars where a metal-to-metal support (via the loader slot) is critical for shock loads.
Specs:
- Thread Direction: Right Hand
- Material: Heat-Treated 4130 Chromoly Steel
- Finish: Hard Chrome Plated Body & Ball
- Race: Self-Lubricating Nylon/PTFE (Maintenance Free)
- Design: Loader Slot (Increased strength & shock load resistance)
- Static Load Ratings: ~7,639 lbs (5/16″) | ~9,544 lbs (3/8″)
Dimensions:
- Thread Length: 1.250″ (Both Sizes)
- Centerline Length: 1.875″ (5/16″) | 1.938″ (3/8″)
- Ball Width: 0.437″ (5/16″) | 0.500″ (3/8″)
- Head Diameter: 0.875″ (5/16″) | 1.000″ (3/8″)
- Bore Diameter: 0.3125″ (5/16″) | 0.375″ (3/8″)
- Misalignment Angle: 14° (5/16″) | 12° (3/8″)
