Popular Design for Tacoma Tailgate Assist - Gas Spring End Fittings & Bracket – Tieying

Our range of end-fittings can be used with our gas springs and M-struts. The thread on our end-fittings is a metric thread and can therefore be used for other purposes as well. Also, our selection of end-fittings usually includes  stainless steel, stainless steel 316 and galvanized options. We offer a few options made in plastic. We do not recommend using these under high pressure or with traction gas springs.

Ball-joint

The ball joint is available in stainless steel (304 and 316), plastic or galvanized versions. Please note that we do not recommend using plastic fittings with traction gas springs.

Ball-socket

The ball socket is available in stainless steel (304 and 316), plastic or galvanized versions. Please note that we do not recommend using plastic fittings with traction gas springs.

Thread these ball socket end fittings onto gas springs. They rotate in any direction on a ball stud to compensate for misalignment. Ball socket end fittings require a ball stud or ball stud mounting bracket (sold separately) to mount gas springs; they have a safety clip for secure attachment.

Select end fittings with a thread size that matches the rod and end thread sizes of your gas spring. The fittings will increase your gas spring’s extended and compressed lengths, so add the Length 1 value for each fitting you attach.

Eye

The eyes come in 4 different materials: plastic, galvanized, stainless steel 304 and stainless steel 316. They are available in a wide range of dimensions/sizes. Please note that we do not recommend using plastic fittings with traction gas springs.

Clevis

Our selection of fork brackets includes both stainless steel (304 and 316) and galvanized versions. Both types are in stock ready for shipment.

Brackets – ball stud

Ball brackets are available in both galvanized and stainless steel versions. The bracket is also available with a shaft. The ball can be mounted inside, outside or in the middle of the bracket.

Brackets – Mandrel

Brackets with shafts are available in both galvanized and stainless steel versions. The bracket is also available with ball studs. The bolt can be mounted inside, outside or in the middle of the bracket.

Ball stud

Balls are available in galvanized or stainless steel. All sizes are in stock ready for shipment

Snap-On Ball Socket End Fittings for Gas Springs

These end fittings snap right on a ball stud—an integral retaining clip grips the ball stud for secure attachment until you apply enough force to pop it off.