Just deform a few of the threads in the middle with a punch. Do it on both
sides and it should achieve
what you want.
73,
geo - n4ua
On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 12:20 AM, Don <w7wll@arrl.net> wrote:
> Thanks everyone,
>
> Lots of good input on _sources on fully threaded stock_ which I had also
> found (well most).
>
> BUT, I am NOT looking for fully threaded stock. I need a stud with a
> thread on both ends that runs out at slightly less that or about 3/4 inch
> (like the double end studs used in auto engines). I want to ensure the stud
> cannot be turned beyond the thread run-out. Same with the other end (want
> to leave a very small amount of unthreaded material between the end thread
> run-outs).
>
> Could I put on a nut and Locktite (or something similar). Maybe but I
> would prefer to not chance the stud continuing to turn, a situation I don't
> want to happen.
>
> Looks like I will need to contact one the local machine shops and see if
> they can make me one.
>
> Thanks for all the input and interestingly, I don't recollect
> McMasters-Carr coming up in my search and I had forgotten about them. Great
> source without a doubt.
>
>
> Don W7WLL
>
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