Been running a DT steady for 6 years now, just finished replacing the ball joints for the third time, this is with regular maintenance and oiling, not faulting the unit but I think given the nature of the joints, you will have to replace them periodically. Properly set up (equal free movement on both joints), the unit does its job. I also don't believe any head steady unit can be expected to minimize vibes unless equipped with the suspension spring (which mine is).
All that said, I just placed an order for one of Jim Comstock's units, it's much more robust (sealed and larger heim joints), and though pricey I figured I've put so much money into my suspension and front end that it's worth it
Thanks to all that responded to my question. Particularly the individual who offered one up. I guess I will just have to wait until I get a chance to do more than short trips. Would I sound like the old geezer I am rapidly becoming if I said I may be more confused now ? LOL That would have been Grand Paul
I’ve not seen the oldbrits one before, I like the look of that, it’s a proper 3rd iso mount and will thus help take the weight of the engine.
Nice idea and nicely executed, as far as I can see from the pics that is.
The Old Britts unit is QUITE different from the PR unit.Production Racer/Old Britts: (http://www.oldbritts.com/ob_4179.html) Not a ball joint mount. Probably the most expensive option.
The Old Britts unit is QUITE different from the PR unit.
This is the Norvil / PR that I have - It uses the existing lower frame tube mount point PLUS it's own clamp-on second mount point.
Here is the e-bay listing for it - http://www.ebay.com/itm/113707310374