Ball joint mod

[cawcislo]

I've read the thread on shaving 2.5mm off the top balljoint. Anyone have any pictures of what is exactly involved. I'd like to do the mod, but I want to understand exactly what it should look like. Thanks.

 

[grizztracks]

This is not difficult if you've got experience using a lathe. Just remove the balljoint, mount it in the lathe by the threaded end, remove material from shoulder which will extend the mounting shaft (threaded end) by 2-2.5mm. A local Machine shop can do it for a few bucks. I did mine myself but I thought it was a waste of time. I really didn't notice much, if any difference in handling.

If you're looking for improved handling read the posts on skegs and ski replacement. (bergstrom triple point, studboy deuce, or pilot skis....)

 

[cawcislo]

You mean like this

 

[theCATman]

That's the spot!!