A high-quality 1.0 mm thick shim (thrust washer), made of steel. It is a key component of every pin joint in construction machinery. Its function is to precisely take up axial (side-to-side) play between the arm and the kingpost or bucket, ensuring a rigid connection and protecting more expensive components from wear.
GX-AFTER is the smart choice for your machine. We provide high-class replacement parts that combine excellent quality with an attractive price. Each part is carefully verified to ensure full compatibility and reliability you can depend on.
Need a different thickness?
We also stock shims in other thicknesses to compensate for greater wear:
• SKX869865CX – Thickness: 1.5mm
• SKX869865A1 – Thickness: 2mm
• SKX869865A2 – Thickness: 3mm
• SKX869865A3 – Thickness: 4mm
• SKX869865A4 – Thickness: 5mm
| Brand (Machine Type) | Example Application |
|---|---|
| JCB, CAT, CASE, VOLVO, KOMATSU, NEW HOLLAND | Universal shim for all joints with a 45 mm diameter pin |
The list above is for reference. Before purchasing, we recommend verifying the dimensions on your machine.
Shims are crucial for maintaining factory tolerances in joints. Ignoring side-to-side play leads to wear on the faces of the bushings and the bosses in the arm or bucket, resulting in costly re-boring repairs.
Side play on pins leads to accelerated wear of bushings and bosses.
The cost of shims is negligible compared to the cost of re-boring worn-out holes in the arm. Eliminate play and restore factory tolerances – order precise GX-AFTER shims and protect your machine from expensive repairs.
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It is best to remove the pin, assemble the joint without any shims, and then measure the resulting gap with a feeler gauge. This way, you can precisely determine the total thickness of shims needed to take up the play.
2. Can I use a regular washer instead of a shim?This is not recommended. Shims are made of steel with a specific hardness and have a very precisely calibrated thickness. Standard hardware washers do not have a guaranteed thickness and can quickly be crushed or wear out.
3. Can I stack several thinner shims instead of one thick one?Yes, this is a common and correct practice. Using a combination of shims of different thicknesses allows for very precise adjustment of the play, which is crucial for the durability of the entire joint.
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Working Precision
Eliminates play and "rocking" of the arm.
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Machine Protection
Protects expensive components from wear.
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High Durability
Spring steel resistant to wear and crushing.
Have doubts or need confirmation to avoid costly downtime? Call us. Our experts will help you choose the right part to get your equipment back to work as soon as possible.
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