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Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount
Posted: Mon Nov 11, 2019 7:31 pm
by Henry K. Lee
Here you folks go on a simple but functional rear mounting bracket.
Re: Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount
Posted: Mon Nov 11, 2019 7:37 pm
by Henry K. Lee
By attaching at the rear ball mount, gives you some nice clearances. When attaching to the frame, and using a little grease between the the wood and fender washers, tightening up then backing off the ny-loc washers, you have moment when the frame needs to flex. I like using a metal insert in my wood for longevity.
All the Best,
Hank
Re: Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount
Posted: Tue Nov 12, 2019 2:04 am
by 2nighthawks
Hank - Please see my note on my original Nov. 4 post entitled "Warford Support Bracket" (?) Plus, I have sent you a "PM",.....harold
Re: Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount
Posted: Tue Nov 12, 2019 6:46 am
by Henry K. Lee
Hi Harold,
I never received a PM, looked for it but not there.
The weight difference between a cast iron and aluminum case is approx. 14 pounds. Installing with the mount I have made with grade 8 bolts, has never failed in 20 years plus. The reason for the heavy mount used originally was to counter act the weight of the TT torque tube. That old girl weighed a lot.
I hope this clarifies any concerns.
All the Best,
Hank
Re: Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount
Posted: Tue Nov 12, 2019 7:03 am
by Henry K. Lee
Another note on the TT is all the downward torque that occurs when braking and slowing down with compression. Some serious stresses going on!