Hello everyone! I am working on an old MIJ kit that came to me missing the front hoop and t-rods. I have t-rods but the threads are different. I have inserts to fit the t-rods. Problem is, the hexagonal part of the insert won’t catch on the walls of the lug, therefore allowing it to spin when you go to tighten the t-rod.
Any of you guys ever make any modifications to the insert to fix this problem. If so then how? I have tried a few things like trying to place a washer over the insert and bend it over the hex portion, not much luck with that. I know the real answer is to get the proper inserts or t-rods but I really need to get this kit done so I can sell it, we need the money bad.
Next question, if I do want to get the correct inserts or t-rods, how do I figure out the size and thread count? I assume these are metric (a Ludwig rod wont fit) but they seem to have different sizes also. I have been looking for a thread measuring gauge but no luck there either. And, where could I get the parts quick?
Thank you,
Jeff C