Help needed: Custom turned steering rack plug (Derbyshire / DE4)

Help needed: Custom turned steering rack plug (Derbyshire / DE4)

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22 July 2026 at 10:50 #857195
darikde4
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Hi everyone,

I live near Matlock (DE4, Derbyshire) and I am looking for a hobby machinist / turner with a lathe who could help me turn a small custom threaded adjusting plug (bolt) for a steering rack.

I do not have the old sample, but I have a clear drawing with all the exact measurements and a photo. It is a small single one-off job.

I am happy to pay for your time, materials, and postage (if you are not local and can send it via Royal Mail).

Please send me a private message (PM) if anyone can help. Thank you!
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22 July 2026 at 16:21 #857281
Nick Hughes
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Hi,

If no one volunteers then give 17D a ring or call in, as they are in your area at Via Gellia Mill

https://www.17d-ltd.co.uk/machining/17d-engineering-services
22 July 2026 at 23:03 #857376
paulmichael1084
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Just sent you a PM, hopefully I’ll be able to help
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