Thanks Dan,

I only have about 1/8 inch threading left and it is visibly damaged (bent) as well on the forward side of the rod. Took it to a machine shop today and they will asses if they can or even want to make a replacement. I feel better about them doing it and having one made of better metal. In the mean time, I am supposed to have one sent to me from Killermotorsports since my bike is still under warranty.

I work nights and am getting ready for my second marriage in a week and a half so I wont have time to mess with it. Would rather pay to have one built as I want to always carry a spare if this happens again with the replacement part from China.