| Crusing in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 5,096 | Probably .250” which is common, easy to measure. My local hardware store has that, or can order it. SS is handy, doesn’t rust, however, it can gall, so make sure it is not too tight fit, lube with anti sieze upon assembly which will make a mess. Grind a bullet shape on the end inserting first to line up each hinge piece.
Others have used Teflon rod with success, no lube required.
Ed
'37 GMC T-18 w/ DD 4-53T, RTO-610, 6231 aux., '95 GMC running gear, full disc brakes, power steering, 22.5 wheels and tires.
'47 GMC 1 ton w/ 302, NP-540, 4wd, full width Blazer front axle.
'54 GMC 630 w/ 503 gasser, 5 speed, ex fire truck, shortened WB 4', install 8' bed.
'55 GMC 370 w/270, 420 4 speed, grain, dump bed truck from ND. Works OK.
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