PINS TO STANDOFFS
It’s common for shops to use DOM (Drawn Over Mandrel) tubing to make standoffs they need to torque plate hone different engines. For a while there was a materials shortage, but that didn’t mean there wasn’t some old .927’ wristpins over in the scrap steel barrel.  Some even have the smaller ID in the center which worked perfect for locating some 1/2” head bolt or stud standoffs.  A simple cut to length, grind ends parallel, and I had what I needed for nothing more than a bit of time. Pictured is a .990” pin being made next to a finished product .927” pin.

Jace Hoemberg
Specialty Engine
Motley, MN
DECEMBER, 2021