Hatz Biplane Association

Hiya folks,

So I'm ordering material for my torque tube. When I get to the bit where I find the price on the Heim HMX-4G and HMXL-4G rod-end bearings, I just about fall off my chair. $60 for the right hand, and $170!!! for the left hand. EACH! Are they platinum-plated or something?

Are there any more cost-effective, but still safe alternatives?

Thanks guys.

Nick

Yes! Go with the Aurora Rod ends... direct replacements for Heim at a fraction of the cost. Used in Aircraft and also high performance hot rods

Heim p/n cost
HMX-4G 54.75
HMXL-4G 160.95

Aurora p/n cost
XAM-4Z 15.50
XAB-4Z 15.75

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/ap/ ... urora.html

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/a ... rabrng.php


The Heim prices really shot up compared to a year or two ago when they were (still expensive) around $35/ea,

Thanks alot Doug.

Hey how's that Rotec working out?

Nick

I don't have the Rotec yet. I'm hoping to make OSH this year and talk to the Rotec guys in person and put in my down payment.

Try racingrodends.com if you like. They have a good assortment of rod ends and an economy line. There are specifications give on their website. I am only affiliated with them as a customer.

Regards