Catalog: Borgeson Catalog
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An aerial photo of BORGESONs manufacturing facility. INDEX Page ... Introduction 1 Single U-Joints 2 Double U-Joints 3 Vibration Reducers ... 6 Couplers and Adapters 6 Race Car U-joints 7 Steering Columns, Accessories 8-11 ... capabilities. Our first annual BORGESON Hot Rod Gathering May 30, 1998 ...
click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 BORGESON ... UNIVERSAL COMPANY, INC. Founded in 1914, BORGESON ... began by manufacturing universal joints for lathes and milling machines. By the ... 1920s, Ford was using our universal joints for steering some unusual vehicles they ... Prior to a change in ownership in 1982, BORGESON had been supplying steering universal ... joints for racing vehicles for many years. ... , we have developed our needle bearing universal joints into the most reliable, ... operating, strongest for their size, u-joints available today. Today, BORGESON is the ... and supplier of aftermarket steering universal joints in the Street Rod, Racing, ... Truck markets. Seeking to expand, Borgeson purchased Mullins Steering Gears in ...
BORGESON u-joints are machined in our factory on state of ... manufacturers. They operate at angles up to 35 . For example, with our ... column to a Saginaw box. Similar to OEM u-joints, the staked needle bearing caps prevent ... loosening and adjustment malfunction. 2 BORGESON Single Needle Bearing Universal Joints ... SINGLE U-JOINT Needle Bearing or Non-Needle Bearing U- ... Joints? Needle bearing u-joints have the distinct advantage of lasting ... much longer than non-needle bearing u-joints. Borgeson recommends only the needle ... bearing u-joints for use on street vehicles. Our u-joints are ... never need maintenance. Needle bearing u-joints outlast non-needle bearing joints by a ... factor of 10 to 1. Our needle bearing joints have zero backlash (radial play) for ...
3 Double Needle Bearing Universal Joints Nominal Approximate Number of Spline ... Diameter over Splines in a Borgeson Size Splines Full Circle Designation 9/ ... 48 .985 48 148 POPULAR SPLINE SIZES AND BORGESON EQUIVALENTS Actual size can measure . ... 015 over or under the size listed *636 and 636C are not ... interchangeable Approx. Approx. Size Borgeson Nominal Dia. (A) Across Desig- Size ... V .750 n/a 7V DOUBLE D SIZES AND BORGESON EQUIVALENT B A 4-7/8" DOUBLE U-JOINT 1- ... Double D DOUBLE D SPLINED SMOOTH 94-up MUSTANG AVAILABLE U-JOINT ENDS ... angles over 35 can be negotiated by using a BORGESON Double universal joint. ... , these doubles accommodate angles up to 70 and are available in all spline ...
enthusiasts. With the more frequent use of rack and pinions and low profile ... to the steering wheel than in the past. Using urethane to isolate all the metal ... components, BORGESON has developed vibration reducers to ... and felt in the steering wheel. The use of the BORGESON vibration reducer ... the steering column. Vibration Reducer/U-Joint Combination The Vibration Reducer/U- ... end and any spline or DD size on the u-joint end of the VJ. The VJ is also available ... steel and any spline or DD size on the u-joint end. Polished stainless is available as ... an option. 4 BORGESON Vibration Reducers 1-3/4" 3-1/2" 3-13/ ... /FEMALE VIBRATION REDUCER 16 SERIES U-JOINT/ VIBRATION REDUCER Polished Stainless ... Steel U-Joint/Vibration Reducer Combination Steel ...
adjusted because of a tight spot in a u-joint, you can easily index or rotate a spline ... aluminum splined shafts to match the u-joints you will be using. The u-joint is ... locked onto the shaft using set screws and lock nuts. The drawback ... is that the phasing is fixed. However, using Double D style is preferred over ... by a certified welder. Overheating the u-joint bearings (which causes loss of ... loose in the hole so it is necessary to use a safety backup such as a hose clamp or ... wire in conjunction with a pin. Never use a bolt to hold smooth shafts together ... , we custom fit your steering shaft and joints to your car. Components should be ... mocked up to give you the best setup for your ...
If more than two joints are used in a steering system, a support bearing ... must be used to prevent looping and binding. Use of ... a vibration reducer and two u-joints will also call for a support bearing to ... be used. The support must be mounted to the ... with no binding. A system with a double u-joint and a single u-joint counts as a three ... with a 3/4" hole size are commonly used for supports. Rod end bearings are ... mounting holes and must be welded in. 6 BORGESON Steering Shaft Support Bearings Billet ... Chrysler Couplers and Adapters Often a u-joint can be eliminated by using a 2" ... can be welded and/or pinned to the unsplined end of a shaft. We offer shafts that ... welding. As an alternative, you can use a Vibration Reducer as a coupler to ...
advantage to the pin and block style of universal joint is a high strength to weight, ... size and cost ratio. These u-joints are manufactured from high strength ... alloy heat treated steel. Because the u-joints use pivot pins and blocks instead of ... fabricating remote shift linkage. These u-joints are not for street use. click: www. ... borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Pin Block ... Universal Joints-RACING ONLY U7H Shift Linkage Only n 1/2 or 5/8" smooth ... bore each end U10H Formula Car Shift Linkage Drag Racing ... 9/16-26" or 5/8-36" spline combination U12H Oval Track Steering n 5/8" or 3/4" ... except 9/16-17", 9/16-36",1-48", 1"-DD) U12H Lightweight Oval Track Steering n 5/8" ... except 9/16-17", 9/16-36",1-48", 1"-DD) U7H U10H U12H 3/4" 2-3/4" 3-3/8" 1" 3" 1-1/ ...
17 click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Steering ... go if you want to shed weight and free up some extra horsepower (and build up ... your arms too). We only use the GM 525 box. The Vega 140 steering ... adequate for mid-size cars. The GM 525 uses a 3/4"-30 input shaft. Quick ratio ... Drag-Link Adapter This adapter must be used when converting a power steering ... steering drag link and pitman arm to be used with the new box. Otherwise, you must ... . The original pitman arm can be used with the new box. If the car originally ... S. drag link with a manual drag-link or use the drag-link adapter below. 605 boxes ... use a 3/4"-30 spline and have an approx. 16 ... a special pump pulley for clearance To use the original steering column, order a ...
21 click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Manual ... and pinion of the '79-93 Mustang, the BORGESON assembly will give tight handling and a ... power steering. A vibration reducer/u-joint combination assembly is also available ... out of the steering system. '94 up Mustang Intermediate Shaft Assemblies ... . It consists of two needle bearing u-joints and two telescoping shaft assemblies. ... is gained. The precision needle bearing u-joints give a great positive feel to the ... also available with a vibration reducer/u-joint combination. 55-57 CHEVY MANUAL ... input shafts or a short input shaft for use with aftermarket columns. Steering ... input shafts or a short input shaft for use with aftermarket columns. The'67 ...
22 BORGESON Replacement Truck Steering Shafts Full ... miles, depending on how the truck is used. This wear, which causes play in the ... even more noticeable if your truck is used for plowing, towing or if oversized ... only gives you a temporary fix, but BORGESON has engineered replacement steering ... with precision needle bearing u-joints that will probably out last your truck ... -Duty Steering Shaft Assemblies This BORGESON replacement for '79-93 Dodge trucks ... joint and the rag joint with a second u-joint. Use this assembly if you use your truck ... . 1979-1993 Dodge Full Size Trucks This BORGESON replacement assembly incorporates a ... needle bearing u-joint, a flanged end to accept the OEM rag ...
24 BORGESON Replacement Truck Steering Shafts 1972- ... wear of the steering shaft assembly. BORGESON has developed a replacement telescoping ... with two precision needle bearing u-joints. The stock CJ steering system never had ... was transmitted to the steering wheel. BORGESON offers an upgraded shaft assembly that ... a vibration reducer, similar to the one used in the newer YJ, to dampen the road ... wear of the steering shaft flex joints. BORGESON has developed a heavy-duty ... CJ with two precision needle bearing u-joints and a vibration reducer. For vehicles ... intended for offroad use only, BORGESON offers an assembly without the ... 76-'86 CJ-Power with vibration reducer upgrade 925 Jeep '87-'95 Wrangler Power Manual ...
25 click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Replacement ... out over time. If the truck is lifted, used for towing, or is used offroad, the ... are not available for older vehicles. BORGESON has developed bolt-in replacements for ... tools. Custom Steering Shaft Assemblies BORGESON can build a custom steering shaft ... your vehicle is not listed, please call us at 860-482-8283 and our sales and ... GMC Full Size Trucks Over time and when used in applications such as towing, plowing ... shafts can now be replaced with BORGESON direct replacement assemblies. Using ... common hand tools, the BORGESON steering shaft assembly can be ... of a telescoping shaft, needle bearing u-joint and a rag joint, the BORGESON heavy- ...
26 BORGESON Designing your steering system STEERING ... BOX OR RACK AND PINION U-JOINT U-JOINT U-JOINT U-JOINT TELESCOPING SHAFT ... D SHAFT SPLINED OR DOUBLE D SHAFT U-JOINT SPLINED OR DOUBLE D SHAFT U-JOINT Often ... recommend that the steering be mocked up at the time the engine and exhaust ... Positioning of the column, shafts, and u-joints with respect to the engine, exhaust and ... parts. With the wide selection of our u-joints, shafts, and vibration reducers, any ... the best course, but even a system with up to 10 u-joints can be designed as long ... as the proper phasing and supports are used. Remember to use a support bearing if ... more than two joints are used. Our tech support staff is only a phone ...
27 click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Design ... Determine splined shaft length with two u-joints. Please keep in mind that we stock ... stainless shafting in 1/4" increments up to 16". 1. Measure the distance from ... Determine splined shaft length with one u-joint and u-joint/vibration reducer ... splined shaft length with three or more u-joints. 1. Buy the u-joints first. 2. Install a ... the column and one on the box/rack. 3. Use dowels or PVC pipe and mock up the ... . Because of the difference in shafts, u-joints, racks, boxes, and columns, we recommend ... OR RACK AND PINION STEERING COLUMN U-JOINT U-JOINT U-JOINT COUPLER COMBINATION ... VIBRATION REDUCER AND U-JOINT SPLINED OR DOUBLE D SHAFT SPLINED OR ...
28 BORGESON Splines and Irregular Shapes...The ... Strongest Method Detroit uses irregularly shaped shafts such as ... Since steering failures are practically unheard of in modern production cars, one ... method as having significant merit. BORGESON offers splined shafts and joints which ... to rotate the shaft in relation to the u-joint in small increments. This makes it ... easier to position the u-joints in the correct relationship to each ... full circle. If you have something unusual or youre unsure about measuring the ... impression of it in clay and send it to us. A Double D (figure D) shaft has two ... to two flats in the female end of the u-joint. The disadvantage of this style is the ... FOR TOTAL Pinning Common practice is to use two 3/16" diameter roll pins in each ...
29 click: www.borgeson.com orders/tech: 860-482-8283 Design ... Information Angle of U-joint Operation The BORGESON 16 series u- ... joints will operate smoothly up to 35 . The 16 series double u-joints ... will operate smoothly up to 70 . The u-joints must not be altered in any way. Pin and ... block style u-joints will operate at 30 smoothly. CAUTION: ... from the driver. A second method is to use the BORGESON Collapsible Intermediate ... INTO STEERING SHAFT DEFLECTS COLUMN UPWARD UPON IMPACT CAUTION: Shaft Size: ... BORGESON DOES NOT RECOMMEND USING LESS THAN 3/4" DIAMETER SHAFTS All ... Borgeson spline and DD shafts are 3/4" diameter ...
30 BORGESON Design Information CAUTION: Keying and ... Set Screws Using a key, as is done in many industrial ... the vehicle. Set screws should never be used to secure smooth bore joints. They ... should only be used as a method to prevent a splined or ... the set screw on splined or DD shafts). U-Joint Orientation When two joints are used on ... wear or binding can result if the u-joints are not phased properly. If the u- ... joints are at a severe angle, even if they are ... reason. If this happens, index the u-joints two or three splines in one direction. ... or be minimized. CAUTION: Do Not Use Flex Cable Another less common (and ... the column to the rack or box is to use flex cabling from a Pinto (this cable ... longer available from Ford). Ford only used these for a couple of years before ...
actual shipping charges. We ship via U.P.S. Ground, 3 Day Select, 2nd Day Air or ... are covered by the following warranty: BORGESON and MULLINS STEERING GEARS will not be ... or property damage caused by the use or misuse of any product that we ... no control over installation and/or use of our products. We will repair or ... refund will be granted. Any parts used in competition are excluded from this ... product purchased directly from us and currently offered for sale in our ... to a 20% restocking charge. If a u-joint does not have a 3/4"-36, 3/4"DD, or a 3 ... end, it is considered a non-inventory u-joint. Products must be in resellable ... . If a product was purchased from a BORGESON dealer, the return must be handled ...
