Mack B813 Torque Rod replacement

[thomastractorsvc]

What is the solution to replace the worn ball socket style that someone has come up with? 

Or do I need to reinvent the wheel?

Front 22.5"

Rear 24.5"

[h67st]

Have you tried to find a new one? I've seen a lot of aftermarket torque rods out there.`

[thomastractorsvc]

Yes I even called Barry.  I was hoping Matt Phafl would chime in.

 

[Vladislav]

Haven't you separated their heads?

The older style I have on my NR-model had threaded plugs at the ends. So you just fit tension by them. There also shims inside too. In your case an idea pops up on some grinding of the end caps to minimize gap. Sure if the ball portions are even in their shape.

Too probably you may find an aftermarket rod with the same cones and length (Strenle Brothers or so web-site) but those you have look very steady and vintage for the truck.

I have a similar set on one of my Macks, they found a way to get onto a 1984 MH somehow. But I haven't got myself to their inside.  

[Joey Mack]

I like Vlad's idea of some filing..  Atro makes a lot of suspension parts. Take a look at hier line and see.