• Mustang Forums
  • 1965 - 1973 Classic Mustangs -General/Talk-
  • Classic Mustang Specific Tech

Just built my first roller spring perch

  • Thread starter Thread starter Red5oh
  • Start date Start date Jul 6, 2006
R

Red5oh

Member
Jul 8, 2005
377
0
17
DFW, Texas
Jul 6, 2006
#1
  • Jul 6, 2006
  • #1
I just threw one together today to see how hard it was, and it was easy.... the only thing there is one 'tight' spot in the bearing during full rotation. I can only imagine while in use on the car, you would see a maximum of 30 degrees full motion, so I dont think it would be a problem.

Anyway, it was just a 'dry' run and I will end up making another set, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem. I feel it might be caused because the fit inside the tubing was a bit tight... I will have to open up the next one a bit more.

Any opinions appreciated.
 
P

Protowrxs

Member
Jul 20, 2005
93
0
6
Oklahoma
Jul 6, 2006
#2
  • Jul 6, 2006
  • #2
I have the same thing with mine. Even after honing and honing the journal the bearing still had to be tapped in. Too much heat I'm sure when welding. Only really noticable on one of mine but it actually got better after I peened the outside edge to hold in the bearing.

Just my experience...
-Stephen
 

latamud

Founding Member
Oct 22, 2002
791
2
19
Tampa, FL
Jul 7, 2006
#3
  • Jul 7, 2006
  • #3
It happens. You won't notice it with them on the car.
 
R

Red5oh

Member
Jul 8, 2005
377
0
17
DFW, Texas
Jul 7, 2006
#4
  • Jul 7, 2006
  • #4
I wasnt so worried about noticing it while it was operating on the car... but more along the lines of longevity. I can only imagine it will decrease the life of the bearing, but again... how much does it really move?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Engine Looking for suggestions and or ideas
  • PonyGTrider
  • Aug 25, 2026
  • Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech
Replies
17
Views
647
Fox 5.0 Mustang Tech Sep 7, 2026
PonyGTrider
O
Progress Thread LTD-ing
  • OX1
  • Mar 15, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
8
Views
498
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Apr 6, 2026
OX1
O
Lost my Foxbody
  • Mhalc1
  • Feb 10, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
19
Views
983
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Feb 17, 2026
Mhalc1
Considering widening my rear wheels, would like to verify my thoughts on fitment
  • 2000xp8
  • Jul 9, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2
Replies
37
Views
1K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Sep 18, 2026
AeroCoupe
F
Ford 460 swap
  • Ford460
  • Sep 13, 2026
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
Replies
6
Views
451
1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk- Sep 14, 2026
Ford460
F
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1965 - 1973 Classic Mustangs -General/Talk-
  • Classic Mustang Specific Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?