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By Marc - 8 days ago
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Looking for a clutch release rod and equalizer bar for a 57 custom.
Removed mine while replacing the steering box, and found some heavy wear in the hole end of the rod and the corresponding pin on the equalizer bar.
I imagine at this point they've all got some degree of wear at these locations, but if anyone has a set in better shape than those pictured here let me know.
 
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By Joe-JDC - 8 days ago
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Weld both of them up and grid/polish the weld back to original shape. Will last a lifetime. Weld is harder than original. Joe-JDC
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By Marc - 8 days ago
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That thought had crossed my mind. If I'd ever learned to weld I probably would've gone that route already.
It's tough to see in the pics, but it looks like the rod had been repaired that way already at some point. I suspect that accounts for the deep wear on the pin, which does not appear to have ever been welded.
If no suitable parts turn up I will probably find someone to do exactly what you suggest.
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By FORD DEARBORN - 8 days ago
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Marc, visit Dennis Carpenter's web site and under Ford truck clutch parts, there are many push/pull rods along with some nylon bushings etc etc.. This may not be exact plug and play but could provide some ideas to a solution for your clutch linkage issues?
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By paul2748 - 8 days ago
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This may be a long shot, but a guy I know has a lot of 57 Bird parts and may have one of these that will work. . Since you have the length you could talk to him to see if the bird is the same length or longer. he is a straight up guy. His name is Adrian Lori, and his number is 570-709-0823
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By Marc - 8 days ago
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Thanks for the tips guys. Appreciate you taking the time to chime in.
I know the rod is the same as used on the t-birds, but the equalizer bar is different.
Fortunately I did find a local guy who could weld mine and get them back to spec. At this point I think this will be the best way to go.
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By Vic Correnti - 3 days ago
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You can make one up with a heim joint and 3/8 threaded rod.
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