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Silver metal Heim joint rod end bearing with threaded shank

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 36522 8mm-1.25 x 8mm x 48mm x 58mm Coarse Thread Male Heim

SKU CH-R6GE-Y88A8

A coarse-thread male Heim joint provides precision articulating linkage for steering, tie rods and control arms

  • Product colorTransparent
  • Coarse thread enables secure linkage attachment
  • 8mm-1.25 thread pitch fits compatible rod ends
  • 48mm and 58mm dimensions suit steering and control arm systems
  • Male heim design provides precise articulating movement
  • New condition ensures reliable performance out of the box

Heim joint dimensions and purpose

The MIDWEST FASTENER 36522 is an 8mm coarse thread male heim joint measuring 48mm by 58mm. It functions as a rod end bearing for articulating linkages in steering tie rods and control arms. This part suits mechanics and fabricators who need a replaceable pivot point with a standard thread pitch of 1.25mm.

Coarse thread fitment limits

The 8mm-1.25 coarse thread restricts use to matching female receptacles on existing linkages. It cannot connect to fine-thread or metric variants without an adapter that is not included. Builders must verify the mating component shares the exact pitch and diameter before installation.

Replaces worn factory rod ends

This joint upgrades from a seized or loose original equipment heim that causes steering play or alignment drift. The jump is worth it when the original bearing surface shows visible wear or the articulation feels gritty during inspection. It does not suit applications requiring a larger bore or a different thread standard.

How it compares

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Price $28.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 418 comparable items (median $20.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMIDWEST FASTENER
Product colorTransparent

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 48 mm or 58 mm length for my linkage?

The joint measures 48 mm from the bore centre to the shank end and 58 mm overall; choose the 48 mm figure when calculating rod length and the 58 mm figure for total clearance.

What does the 8 mm bore with 1.25 mm pitch mean once installed?

It accepts an 8 mm bolt or stud with a 1.25 mm coarse thread, giving a standard metric fit for tie-rod or control-arm mounting.

How does the coarse thread affect adjustment range?

The 1.25 mm coarse pitch provides faster rotation per turn than a fine thread, so you gain or lose linkage length more quickly during alignment.

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