I’m aware that many of them have different end attachments etc. It still makes zero sense that all rod ends have holes for cotter pins or R clips. Except this end. You can’t say, maybe you have a mismatched part. Because all 69 - 904 Torqueflites are the same. Why put holes at every end of each rod ? But, not this one end ? You can’t say quicker attachment at that point. Because, that makes no sense either. Regardless, of the clip or not. A hole should have been machined there. like the other 2 rod ends. They used the clip on this end as if it were quicker to connect / disconnect in that location. It simply isn’t. I understand the theory of the design. But, you can remove and install an R push clip as fast and easy.
I completely agree. I understand the reasoning behind it. It’s that way on that end for supposed quick connect or disconnect. Which is not easier or faster had the manufacturer just drilled a hole for an R clip as they did on the other 2 rod ends.
I don’t have a drill press. Drilling a small hole into a 5/16” steel rod with a hand drill is not that simple. I considered tapping threads on it for a nut. Until, I found out the clip is easily available. Hopefully, my local Autozone carries the assortment package on stock. I waited nearly a month for the linkage. Had to buy another, because the linkage I originally bought a month ago is still stuck in NYC due to shipping problems there. Bought a second linkage and the seller didn’t include this clip. Unlike, his advertising that it did. Should have never sold my original linkage. No kidding, I have $330 tied up in 2 linkages. Only received one and couldn’t install the other that I did receive. It’s been a nightmare.
You’re right. It’s been hard on all of us around the world with mental frustrations. Based on fears of our future. This is a small problem in comparison. I just hope people in general support one another best we can. Unfortunately, the world is full of ignorance, greed and hypocrisy. Pandemics don’t change this. It makes it worst in most cases.
Autozone sells an assortment package that they call fuel injection retainers. They are also listed on Ebay as carburetor linkage retainers. Lawn tractor industry also deals with these retainers. They too are listed on Ebay as C clevis retainers. A few different names and applications for the same clips. I’m learning too, ha ha
Ah ha, your responses have me laughing. You’re welcome kid. I ll never forget, you helped me eliminate my vapor lock. Suggested, I buy a wood spacer. Best investment I made for my car. I thank you.
Yep, good comparisons and leave the passenger side wide open. Sometimes, there are goofy reasons that we simply don’t know why a manufacturer decided to do something that doesn’t make sense to us. But, sometimes those reasons are ridiculous any way you look at it.
