Torque Rod, Small Eye Fits Freightliner Columbia & Century / Cascadia 24 5/16ā C-C š§
SKU: TR46-41002
Torque Rod, Small Eye Fits Freightliner Columbia & Century / Cascadia 24 5/16ā C-C š§
Torque Rod, Small Eye ā Fits Freightliner Columbia, Century, Cascadia (24 5/16" Center to Center)
Product Overview:
The Torque Rod, Small Eye is a high-performance suspension component engineered to fit Freightliner Columbia, Century, and Cascadia models. It plays a vital role in controlling rear axle movement, stabilizing the suspension system, and ensuring smooth vehicle operation. With a 24 5/16" center to center measurement, it is designed to fit precisely into the truck's suspension, providing excellent alignment and reducing the stress on other components. Its small eye design allows for compatibility with standard mounting hardware, ensuring easy installation and superior durability for long-term use.
Compatibility:
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Fits: Freightliner Columbia, Century, and Cascadia models.
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Length: 24 5/16" center to center (measured from the center of one mounting hole to the center of the other).
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End Style: Small eye (compatible with small mounting pins or bolts).
Key Features & Benefits:
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Exact Fitment: With a 24 5/16" center to center length, this torque rod is specifically designed to fit Freightliner Columbia, Century, and Cascadia trucks. It ensures a perfect, direct replacement without requiring modifications, providing an easy installation for a wide range of truck models.
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Durable Construction: Made from premium materials, this torque rod is built to withstand the demanding conditions of heavy-duty truck operations. It offers superior resistance to wear, heat, and vibration, making it ideal for maintaining the integrity of your truck's suspension system over time.
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Stability and Axle Alignment: The torque rod helps prevent excessive axle movement, ensuring the rear axle remains securely in place. It plays a key role in maintaining proper axle alignment, reducing the risk of misalignment and wear on other suspension components, ensuring smooth handling and vehicle stability.
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Reduces Vibration and Road Noise: By stabilizing the rear axle and limiting lateral movement, this torque rod contributes to a smoother ride and minimizes vibration and road noise, improving overall driver comfort, especially on long hauls.
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Improves Suspension Performance: This component enhances the overall suspension performance of the truck, reducing strain on other suspension components like shocks, springs, and bushings, extending their lifespan. It also ensures that the truck can carry heavy loads without sacrificing comfort or safety.
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Easy Installation: The small eye design allows for a hassle-free installation process, making it compatible with the existing suspension system hardware. It can be easily mounted using the correct bolts or pins, ensuring a quick and reliable replacement.
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Prevents Unwanted Wear on Suspension Components: By reducing axle movement and maintaining proper alignment, this torque rod helps prevent unnecessary stress on other components of the suspension system, like shock absorbers and bushings, which can wear out prematurely due to misalignment.
Installation Notes:
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Direct Replacement: This torque rod is a direct replacement for worn or damaged torque rods in Freightliner Columbia, Century, and Cascadia trucks. No modifications are necessary for installation.
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Check Mounting Hardware: Before installing, ensure that the mounting bolts and pins are in good condition. If necessary, replace these components to ensure a secure and reliable installation.
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Lubrication: Applying lubricant to the mounting points during installation can reduce friction, improve longevity, and ensure smoother operation of the torque rod.
Use Cases:
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Suspension Repair: If the truck experiences excessive axle movement, misalignment, or suspension issues, replacing the torque rod will restore stability and improve vehicle handling.
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Preventive Maintenance: Regularly inspecting and replacing worn torque rods as part of preventive maintenance helps keep the suspension system in optimal condition, improving vehicle safety and ride comfort.
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Fleet Maintenance: Ideal for fleet operators or maintenance shops servicing multiple Freightliner models, this torque rod ensures efficient repairs and replacements for trucks experiencing suspension issues.
Conclusion:
The Torque Rod, Small Eye (24 5/16" center to center) is a key suspension component for Freightliner Columbia, Century, and Cascadia trucks. It offers precise fitment, improved axle alignment, and enhanced ride stability, ensuring the vehicle's suspension system operates at its best. Made from durable materials and designed for easy installation, this torque rod is an essential replacement part that minimizes wear on other suspension components, reduces vibrations, and provides a smoother driving experience. Whether for suspension repair or routine maintenance, this torque rod will keep your truck performing at its best for the long haul.
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