Heim Joints & Rod Ends: Key Specs Explained (Don't Order Wrong!)

If you think you should just replace your rod ends with the part number you removed, think again. This video will cover the ins and outs of selecting the correct rod end for your ride. You want to ensure you get the correct one for your safety as well as your passengers.
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[@bawana1696]

Thanks for making this very informative video on Heim joints, it's nice to know the differences about them.

[@turbosubisandman7174]

Thanks for the info, very good. I didn't know about the fit (F1). Will make sure next time when replacing

[@DougsX5]

I was surprised when I found out too. That's why I had to share. Thanks for the comment and again for watching!

[@TheAzmotorhead]

Thanks for the Video Doug.

[@DougsX5]

You bet, always appreciate you watching!

[@sunnypringle]

Great informative video 👍

[@DougsX5]

Much appreciated 👍

[@desertadventures4221]

Thank you... dude awesome video!

[@DougsX5]

Glad it helped!

[@motorcitywraps]

Doug,
Would love to know what Andrew upgraded the rear inner trailing arm Heim to? You and I have old smaller ones but I believe he upgraded to a larger 2 1/2".

[@DougsX5]

Yes he did, because his newer more expensive cars are way heavier and he reconfigured the inner one to be horizontal to the ground instead of vertical like ours. I've never seen our style break. however I've seen two of his newer cars break on the new horizontal style one. I think there is more of a shear load as the bearing doesn't seem to articulate as much in that set up.

[@jimwillis2698]

Very informative thank you

[@DougsX5]

Your welcome! I learned a lot when researching rod ends and thought I should share.

[@slurpee27]

Awesome video … thanks for posting .. keep it up
Is Linkster the same guy from “the diesel stop “ ford truck forums ?
I think he was in AZ and was an engineer… small world

[@DougsX5]

LOL! It really is a small world, yes it is! Thank you for the compliment on the video and for taking the time to watch it!!!

[@slurpee27]

@@DougsX5 you got me looking at all my buggy’s joints now … again , great info … so far , all JMX10-12 everywhere

[@DougsX5]

@@slurpee27 now your replacement order when those are worn will be JMX10T-F1

[@ZeitakuLifestyle]

Hello Doug, wondering if welding a same threaded rod to the rod end to extend the link an inch or so would affect the rod end. Planning on reinforcing with a metal sheathing welded to strengthen

[@DougsX5]

Personally, I wouldn't do it, welding a threaded rod end may mess up the strength as they are specifically heat treated and manufactured for the strength that they're rated for. If you need longer rod ends then maybe whatever they're threading into needs to be extended.

[@ZeitakuLifestyle]

@@DougsX5 thank you understood 🙏🙏

[@whiteyeti6687]

Hi, how is it after a year in dunes?

[@DougsX5]

Great, 👍 If your referring to the front rod end I replaced. Had a rear fail due to my neglect. That was ugly - have a video posted about that one.