Evening All,
I am half owner of a RedGum log splitter. Today the co-owner was using it and the cast iron “knuckle” that screws onto the end of the hydraulic ram broke. Hopefully we can buy a replacement part.

Worryingly, the thread on the end of the ram is also damaged. I’m hopeful I can clean it up with a suitable die. The machine is at his place, so I can’t measure it, but I’m guessing the thread is around 7/8”. Even if I can repair the thread it’s going to be weakened and I expect it won’t be long before it fails again.

I’d appreciate any advice on how to proceed. I don’t want to spend money on a die and new knuckle only to have the joint fail again. What would you guys do?
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