Harken Backstay Adjuster

[nhschneider]

I'm in the process of overhauling my Harken B503 Backstay Adjuster and I'd like to replace the thrust (on the Harken exploded view of the parts, they call it a 'trust' bearing). I've written Harken about where to find the part but haven't heard back from them. The thrust portion of the bearing is attached to the collar. I think the internal needle bearing could be removed and replaced easily enough.

By the way, I have yet to find a really good on-line source for bearings and seals. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks.

Fair winds and calm seas.

[B-Baysailer]

I rebuilt my adjuster about 4 years ago I got the bearing at a local bearing shop . The bearing is one peace its called a combination bearing harken wanted about 300 $ for the bearing I paid about 60 $ for it .I got the seals, bearing shim and o rings from harken they were cheap from them

[nhschneider]

Originally Posted by B-Baysailer

I rebuilt my adjuster about 4 years ago I got the bearing at a local bearing shop . The bearing is one peace its called a combination bearing harken wanted about 300 $ for the bearing I paid about 60 $ for it .I got the seals, bearing shim and o rings from harken they were cheap from them

Thanks! That's very helpful. I don't know if Harken is still selling the parts as the adjusters have been discontinued.

Fair winds and calm seas.