Even if the bearings are removed first, this distortion will cause enough ovality and misalignment to damage both the bearings and the trunnion journals when reinstalling. Plug or rosette welds on universal joints are virtually guaranteed to shorten the life of the bearings from both direct heat and the distortion resulting from weld contraction in proximity to the bearing bores.
While it has become obvious over many years that universal joints can be welded to shafts with a high degree of reliability, some procedures are detrimental to the u-joint and must be avoided. Senate.Welding U-joints and Stubs to Steering Shafts I look forward to working with Tom over the next year and a half to keep delivering for the American people, and I continue to be grateful for his leadership and service to the people of Delaware in the U.S.
He has served as a role model, a mentor, and a trusted advisor to countless public servants throughout the state. For millions of veterans across America, and for their families, Tom has been a relentless fighter and persistent advocate.īeyond his innumerable accomplishments in office, Tom has empowered and inspired generations of young Delawareans to enter public service and run for office. Tom is also the last Vietnam War veteran serving in the Senate, and has spent his career advocating for veterans, especially veterans’ health care. Over the last two years, Tom’s leadership has been integral to securing passage of the historic Infrastructure Law, a once-in-a-generation investment in modernizing our nation’s roads, bridges, railroads, ports, airports, water systems, and high-speed Internet, as well as the Inflation Reduction Act, the most significant investment ever to tackle the climate crisis, lower health care and energy costs, and strengthen our energy security. As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, his leadership has been vital to progress we’ve made in Delaware and across America to protect public lands and waters, and to fight the existential threat of climate change. Senator, Tom’s steady leadership has made an indelible impact on the state, from strengthening our economy to protecting the environment, to revitalizing our infrastructure.Īs a member of the Senate Finance Committee, Tom was instrumental in passing the Affordable Care Act, which has extended quality, affordable health care to millions of Americans. As State Treasurer, Representative, as Governor, and as U.S. And I continue to admire his sincere commitment to forging consensus across the aisle in order to get things done.Įvery part of the state of Delaware is better off because of Tom’s devoted service. I personally witnessed his tireless dedication to the people of Delaware. Over the years, Tom and I often rode the train together, getting to Washington early in the morning, and back to Wilmington late at night.
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