Originally Posted by syfi

** My 2-cents: I never did like the MikeR setup because of the moveable rod links which could possibly wear from vibration, the metal to metal rubbing of the socket end and the materials used. I.E.- stainless threads going into aluminum. Both are too soft for my liking particularly where the threading is a concern. If not properly coated, the stainless can cause galvanic fracturing against the aluminum, ...
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