Description: Our objective in retro-fitting the GM Reatta crank arm, part number 16510108, was two-fold in that we wanted to retain the Original Equipment Part look and, at the same time, provide a remedy for the defects which became evident in the failure of the OE part during operation. It is the only crank arm available that has all of these qualities. All of the related components and installation hardware are included as indicated below.
As you can see in the first photo, upon installation, it's appearance is identical to the original part and cannot be distinguished from it.
The OE part was die cast of a zinc alloy and soon proved to be inadequate to hold up under the rigors of the nano-second opening and closing of the headlight assembly. To eliminate the inevitable "rounding out" of the crank arm motor shaft hole and resultant failure of the headlight open/close function , we have CNC precision machined an alloy steel hexagonal insert which is then press fit into a similarly machined cavity in the original crank arm. The design completely precludes any possibility of future crank arm failure and it will outlast the life of your vehicle.
A second weakness of the original GM assembly is the failure of the three plastic Torque Rollers, located in the motor gear case, which deteriorate with age, not usage. Our Parts Kit includes new Delrin torque rollers - be sure to use them along with the other kit components to completely refurbish your headlight motor.
Complete and comprehensive installation instructions, including adjustment of the headlight travel are " included - we tell you "Why you do it", "How you do it" and "How to avoid problems to keep from messing up". We are glad to talk with you anytime should you have any questions. Call (310) 476-0191 or toll free (877) 504-2838, email "sales@ReattaSpecialtParts.com.
* This Retro-fit Headlight Crank Arm Kit fits the right or left headlight assembly
* One Retro-fit Headlight Crank Arm Kit is required for each headlight
* Epoxy Coated
* This kit Includes the following:
* 1 - Retro-fit Headlight Crank Arm
* 1 - NOS Link Arm with spherical brass bushings and retaining clip
* 1 - Special, wide flange, self-locking, Hex Nut with washer
* 1 - Plastic insert nut for the travel limit Stabilizer.
* 3 - Delrin Torque Rollers
* 1 - OEM thermoplastic rubber Impact bumper for the end of the crank arm - important and not available anywhere else!
* 1 - Detailed instructions for installing the kit
There is no core charge for this purchase; however, the cores are important to our program and we ask for their return and you will be reimbursed for USPS Parcel Post charges incurred.
Price: $ 68.95