{"product_id":"du-bro-dura-collars-2-pack","title":"Du-Bro Nickel-Plated Dura-Collars – 2 Pack","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.8em; color: #1e293b; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eDu-Bro Nickel-Plated Dura-Collars (2-Pack)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDu-Bro Dura-Collars\u003c\/strong\u003e provide secure positioning and retention for RC airplane wheels, axles, shafts, and landing gear assemblies. These precision-machined collars feature durable nickel-plated brass construction and include a matching set screw for each collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe substantial brass construction provides enough material around the threaded opening to help resist stripped threads under tightening load. Select the inside diameter variant that matches your axle or shaft from the dropdown options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 5px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eAvailable Size Configurations:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eSelect your preferred inside diameter variant from the choices above based on your airframe metrics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95em; color: #334155;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7\/32 in. (5.5 mm) Inside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — SKU: DUB243\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 in. (6.3 mm) Inside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — SKU: DUB244\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #1e293b; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e🚀 Target Applications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMain landing gear wheel tracking setups and heavy-duty wire struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eRobust retention on mechanical linkages, pushrod assemblies, and driven shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLarge-scale aircraft, precision aerobatic models, and giant-scale warbirds requiring slip-free hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fffaf0; border-left: 5px solid #ed8936; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Sizing \u0026amp; Tool Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure the outside diameter of your axle or shaft before ordering; the size refers to the exact opening through the center of the collar. The 7\/32 in. collar measures approximately 5.5 mm and may accommodate some nominal 5 mm axle lines, but dimensions must be verified first. A standard \u003cstrong\u003e5\/64 in. hex driver\u003c\/strong\u003e is required for installation but is not included.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Brass Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick wall profile leaves ample metal surrounding the threads, protecting against stripped openings from repeated tool adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-Plated Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth nickel layer guards the brass body against oxidation from fuel oils, grass moisture, and general field handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust 8-32 Set Screws:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships with standard 8-32 thread, 1\/8-inch long cup-point set screws that anchor onto landing gear wire under high vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision manufactured in the United States by Du-Bro to ensure consistent tolerances and long service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Collar Workbench Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied as a complete pair with matching fasteners to outfit an entire left and right axle retention path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📋 Mounting Style and SKU Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003e\n                \u003cthead\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f8fafc;\"\u003e\n                        \u003cth style=\"padding: 6px; text-align: left;\"\u003eInside Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n                        \u003cth style=\"padding: 6px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/th\u003e\n                        \u003cth style=\"padding: 6px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSet Screws\u003c\/th\u003e\n                        \u003cth style=\"padding: 6px; text-align: left;\"\u003eDu-Bro SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n                    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003c\/thead\u003e\n                \u003ctbody\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e7\/32 in. (5.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2 Collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2 Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eDUB243\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e1\/4 in. (6.3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2 Collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2 Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n                        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eDUB244\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n            \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Package Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 × Du-Bro Nickel-Plated Brass Dura-Collars (In selected size variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 × Matching 8-32 × 1\/8 in. Hex Socket Set Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 12px; border: 1px dashed #64748b; background-color: #f8fafc;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e💡 Installation Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eSlide the collar onto a clean axle or landing gear shaft to check for a smooth, slide-fit placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003ePosition the collar flat against your wheel hub or tracking reference point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eFor smooth steel struts, grind or file a tiny flat spot where the grub screw makes contact to create an unshakeable shoulder link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eTighten the set screw with a quality 5\/64 in. hex driver until snug, being careful not to over-torque on soft core wires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAlways apply a small drop of medium-strength thread locker to the set screw threads to safeguard against gas engine vibration paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f7ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #007ace;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gator RC Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e We stock genuine Du-Bro products along with compatible wheels, high-strength aluminum axles, and landing gear accessories to help complete your project. Orders ship quickly from our Illinois warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Du-bro Products","offers":[{"title":"7\/32 in. (5.5 mm) – DUB243","offer_id":48526071595230,"sku":"DUB243","price":5.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 in. (6.3 mm) – DUB244","offer_id":48526071627998,"sku":"DUB244","price":5.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/dub243.jpg?v=1749077294","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/du-bro-dura-collars-2-pack","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}