Building a Simple Warford Rear Mount

[Henry K. Lee]

Here you folks go on a simple but functional rear mounting bracket.

[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

[2nighthawks]

Hank - Please see my note on my original Nov. 4 post entitled "Warford Support Bracket" (?) Plus, I have sent you a "PM",.....harold

[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

[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!