Kubota B7510HSD Drag Link ball joints needed

[Oscar the Grouch]

I need to cut off and weld on new ball joints on the drag link for my 2004 Kubota B7510HSD. The drag link is the rod that goes from the steering gear box to the knuckle arm. Does anyone know where I can buy the correct ball joint ends or does anyone know the specs of them (taper, etc.) so that I can purchase aftermarket? Thanks!!!

 

[bg71361]

Did you try Messicks | Your home for New Holland, Case IH, Kubota & More...

 

[Oscar the Grouch]

Did you try Messicks | Your home for New Holland, Case IH, Kubota & More...

Not yet as I don't know exactly what I'm looking for in regards to specs/size/taper/etc. I have the Kubota parts list but it doesn't list separate drag link ends. It only lists the entire drag link assembly as the ends are welded on as one piece.

 

[bg71361]

I have a b7510 also, I took a look at Messicks site the assembly isn't even available anymore, so I understand what your trying to do. Do some measuring and take a look here, good luck!

Outer Tie Rod Ends by Dimension - Moog Suspension Parts

A comprehensive chart of Moog outer tie rod ends by size. We have the dimensions and stud sizes for each Moog outer tie rod end, so you can match your vehicle specifications.

www.moog-suspension-parts.com

 

[Oscar the Grouch]

Thanks for the link! I'll check it out.

 

[Barry 1]

The whole thing is only $ 81+ tax on Ebay .

 

[Oscar the Grouch]

Yes, I know I bought one. And stripped the male threads on it too. I don't want to keep spending $81+ every time I strip one. I've stripped the OEM and the aftermarket one in the last 2 weeks. If I can do a repair for $40 every time then I'm ahead of the game.

 

[zzvyb6]

I would believe there is an automotive part available that could suffice. Even a spherical joint shoved in there.

 

[K5lwq]

I would be more concerned with why threads are stripping? I do not remember ever having that issue with a drag link.

 

[rScotty]

I would be more concerned with why threads are stripping? I do not remember ever having that issue with a drag link.

I wondered about that too. It could happen if the tapers don't match and he has to keep tightening to keep the tie rod end from spinning. I wonder if lapping compound would tell us something.