Wanted - 1 x Pushrod 11-1/8" for 1933 VH500

[tony.barnett]

The best (closest to the original) tubing I have found is 4130 Chromoly Steel, OD = 7/16”, ID= 3/8”, Thickness = 1/32” (21G).

4130 Chromoly tube.jpg

4130 alloy tube is readily available. It is used in aircraft and vehicle frames and is extremely stiff and thermally stable. The size above is virtually the same weight and thermal expansion as the original tubing. I simply use a slide hammer to remove the end fittings from a donor pushrod and press them back onto new tube.

Where did you find that? I looked everywhere when I needed to make a pushrod - couldn't find anything which wasn't in the US and a daft price.

[Simonpsmith]

Pete I've sent you a PM

[Pete.Silson]

Where did you find that? I looked everywhere when I needed to make a pushrod - couldn't find anything which wasn't in the US and a daft price.

It was a while ago I last got some. I think it was West Yorkshire Steels, however the availability and price seemed to vary with what they had in stock at the time. I think it was about £4/ft.

Pete

[Simonpsmith]

This chap has got the right idea.
https://youtu.be/-vUzw9f_W5Y?si=hMGG6l5LSgkGPGWG