Clutch adjusting rod grommet melting

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racerjoe

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Has anyone had trouble with the clutch rod adjustment grommet melting? I have a small block with TTI headers. It has at least an inch or so all around it. I was surprised to see it melt. Anyone make one out of aluminum?



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They used to be brass or steel either one, so you could make one out of about any metal you want.
Do titanium.:D

Just kidding.

I wouldn't hesitate for a second to make one out of something that won't melt.
Whose dumb A** idea was that?
 
Has anyone had trouble with the clutch rod adjustment grommet melting? I have a small block with TTI headers. It has at least an inch or so all around it. I was surprised to see it melt. Anyone make one out of aluminum?



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In the past, this piece was steel in most of the clutch adjuster service kits that you could buy. I'm not sure if anyone offers this with the steel piece anymore.
 
They used to be brass or steel either one, so you could make one out of about any metal you want.
Do titanium.:D

Just kidding.

I wouldn't hesitate for a second to make one out of something that won't melt.
Whose dumb A** idea was that?


I was thinking one made of aluminum or brass would be great. Unfortunately, I don't have a lathe. Guess I need to start making some phone calls... Probably need to order another rubber one to get the dimensions too.
 
Heres a complete assembly with the piece you need. Eherenberg was selling just the dark grey metal pivot ball part on evilbay for about $10 awhile ago.

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use a Chevrolet rocker ball, best way to fix your problem. been there done that
 
Damn eherenbergs price went up on them things. I bought one years ago for $10 from him. Times must be getting hard. Lug nut thing sounds like an idea. I got a bunch of those 7/16 nuts after doing BBP conversions lol. Hey I will drill one of em out for ya for $30 LoL
 
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