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Richnew41       POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-15-2017 08:20 AM
    
Hey POA... I'm hoping I have found for us a replacement push rod/rocker arm bushing for the one that fails on all Prowlers. Mopar OEM is near $300 for EACH and as we know ONLY last a few thousand miles... Robin has a creative fix with adding a custom thick rubber washer which I believe may work and use on my driver side but my passenger side is completely shot and forced me to search for an alternative. That said, and as there are greater minds out there on Prowlers then me I'm just sending this along for a "Possible replacement part" (I have order 2) If you google: X-Axis Sealed Flex Joint 15639 you will find what looks like something that may work... Specs are exact as I measured mine while removed from the Rocker arm... Our specs for the bushing is 40mm diameter x 40mm length x 40mm inner diameter... Check out the pics and the specs on the X-Axis 15639... They are exact and have seen them as low as $27!!!! There is also some confidence on the part as they are also used in Nissan & Infinity Rocker Arms to my knowledge... Maybe I'm off "My Rocker" but thought I'd share as a possible solution... Thanks Rich
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Landscape Doctor  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Live Free Or Die State, NH |
posted 01-15-2017 09:01 AM
Looks like a comparable match, great work Rich. Keep us updated. |
TLRandall             POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:CALDWELL, TX, US |
posted 01-15-2017 01:26 PM
I agree, keep us posted on these, I need to replace all of mine too. ------------------ |
ed monahan POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA |
posted 01-15-2017 05:10 PM
Great job. |
robin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:St Thomas Ontario Canada |
posted 01-15-2017 05:38 PM
Nice find Rich.... I hope these fit looks like they will. Just in time too I was getting a lot attention from animal welfare groups. This message has been edited by robin on 01-15-2017 at 07:19 PM |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-15-2017 06:34 PM
No worries Robin... With the number of people you have helped, I will take up a collection to get you bailed out should it come to that... I'm sure the cows are breathing a bit easier up north today... As far as an update on these when they arrive, I will post some pics and my opinion on them. This site and the members who make it up are the very best and if this works out, its the least I could do for POA members... I've been helped by POA members from day 1 and its not forgotten or ever taken for granted... As far as this part, I'm very hopeful it works out as this is a huge problematic part that dates back to 2001 with tons of posts with no solution. As an FYI.. When you order the part it comes up as a special order (IE: not stocked) I ordered 1 set from After Market Suspension parts and another set off of Amazon... Both places came up as available but special order (3 weeks est. on delivery) so my update will take a bit of time. More to follow and happy 2017 to the POA (Best car site in the history of time) |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-22-2017 08:02 PM
It WORKED!!! Pressed like an OEM part and fit is perfect...I live in PA so the Kat is sleeping for the winter and although this is not road tested I can tell the issue is solved. You can order it right from the company that supplies them SPC (Specialty Products Company) I Strongly recommend also buying their press tool # 29606 $20.00 as its a perfect fit for the joint and will not damage the rubber boot. The joint itself has a wider stance, double pleated boot for flexibility, enhanced rust resistance with nickle plated core. Best of all... The rubber boot is replaceable without having to remove the Rocker Arm should it fail (IE: life time part). Here are a few pics.... Issue is solved |
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ed monahan POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Cincinnati, Oh, USA |
posted 01-22-2017 09:48 PM
I think you may have just qualified for the Prowler Hall of Fame. lol Great job |
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RPL POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Rochester Hills, MI, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 11:03 AM
Richnew41, Great job! You are a true mechanic! Thank you for coming up with a great solution and sharing it with fellow owners! This forum helps all owners thanks to your efforts. |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 11:31 AM
Here you can buy the part. Install tool.. I just ordered mine, but don't know if I need them yet. This message has been edited by padroo on 01-23-2017 at 11:50 AM |
jwallis POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:JOHNSONBURG, PA., USA. |
posted 01-23-2017 11:43 AM
Information like this is what makes this site so great, and why I contribute to supported it every year. This message has been edited by jwallis on 01-23-2017 at 11:44 AM |
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robin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:St Thomas Ontario Canada |
posted 01-23-2017 12:10 PM
Thanks Rich ...Job well Done... No more cow tipping for me ..That is a great relief.... |
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 12:12 PM
I deleted my Hyperflex post because I was told the parts don't fit the Prowler very well, buyer beware. This message has been edited by padroo on 01-23-2017 at 02:21 PM |
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 12:27 PM
I noticed in the image above the outer part is much wider than the original part looking like it has a much larger bearing surface and hopefully improving the life of the part.
This message has been edited by padroo on 01-23-2017 at 12:30 PM |
TucsonJer POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Tucson, AZ, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 12:31 PM
Hi Rich, thank you so very much for going the extra mile and having the ability for coming up with a fix for what seems to be a significant problem for everyone who owns a Prowler. Since I'm not much of a mechanic I have a couple questions. I assume I need to buy two of the bushings so I have one for each side plus the press tool you suggested. Do I also need to buy two of the 29606 part since it looks like the 15639 part slides inside of it. I apologize for being so mechanically inept but I'd rather ask then to not have everything I need when I take it to get it repaired. Jer |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-23-2017 01:39 PM
Hey Jer... No worries... You only need to buy the 29606 1 time (Its the press tool) that pushes the 15639 into the Rocker arm and will work on both sides. You will need to buy 2 15639 joints for passenger & Driver side Rocker arms... I bought a couple of extra pairs of the joints for the shelf should I ever need them again... I'm a fan of having a part even if its not needed at the moment... Padroo was smart to buy it now, regardless if its currently needed... I would suspect that most Prowlers out there are driving on a failed joint and or close to it... Glad this worked out for all of us... |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-23-2017 03:48 PM
Not sure how this will post but a good cross section pic of the joint
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Landscape Doctor POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Live Free Or Die State, NH |
posted 01-23-2017 03:59 PM
Thanks Rich for finding a solution. |
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TucsonJer POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Tucson, AZ, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 05:12 PM
Thanks Rich, now I see what they're for. I ordered mine. One more thing, do you have to take them out to see if they're bad or can you tell by looking underneath? Thanks for all your help. Jer |
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 01-23-2017 06:03 PM
I ordered mine this morning and already got a shipping notification from UPS. I think Rich owns the company! This message has been edited by padroo on 01-23-2017 at 06:04 PM |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-24-2017 09:28 AM
Hi Jer, The Rocker arm bushing can be viewed from outside the car.. Just look for broken seal/leaking grease...
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TucsonJer POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Tucson, AZ, USA |
posted 01-24-2017 12:06 PM
Thanks Rich, I just went out and looked at mine. I still have bumpers so it's a little harder to see but mine look good. Nothing leaking, no grease around the edges and it doesn't look like anything is cracked or broken. It makes me feel good knowing when they do go out, I have the parts to fix the problem. I worry sometimes about being able to find replacement parts but with so many talented people in the POA I feel confident that someone will always come up with a fix for any problem that may come up. I am so glad to have found the POA. Jer |
Wulff POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Canada |
posted 01-29-2017 12:25 PM
Trying to order off their site, gives the options for my Province and postal code in Canada but only list U.S. as a country option. |
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Richnew41 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Wind Gap, PA |
posted 01-29-2017 01:18 PM
You don't need to order directly from them... You can buy them right off of Ebay. Just place in the part numbers for each and you find them.. |
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Wulff POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Canada |
posted 01-29-2017 04:48 PM
$27.00 for one but $60.00 for shipping? I was being lazy but I think I'll just see if my local suppliers can get a hold of them. |
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