FELCO 2/8 - Replacement Center Bolt

FELCO 2/8 Replacement Center Bolt

The FELCO 2/8 is the genuine factory replacement pivot bolt designed for the legendary FELCO 2 and its close relatives. This bolt serves as the "heart" of the pruner, acting as the central axis where the blade and anvil handles meet. Precision-machined in Switzerland from high-carbon hardened steel, it is engineered to withstand the immense pressure of every cut while maintaining the tool's alignment. Replacing a worn center bolt is the most effective way to eliminate "blade play" and restore the effortless, clean-cutting action your FELCO was designed for.

Best For Owners of the FELCO 2 who notice a gap forming between the blades or feel a "wobble" in the handles that cannot be fixed by simply tightening the nut.

Key Features

• Precision-Ground Surface: Features an ultra-smooth finish on the bearing surface to minimize friction, ensuring the handles open and close with minimal effort.

• Hardened Steel Durability: Heat-treated to provide maximum resistance to shearing and wear, even when used daily for heavy-duty agricultural or landscaping work.

• Perfect Thread Integration: Specifically threaded to work seamlessly with the FELCO 2/9 nut and 2/16 locking segment, ensuring the tension settings stay locked in place.

• Integrated Grease Groove: Designed with a subtle channel to hold and distribute lubricant, protecting the pivot point from moisture and sap buildup.

• Factory Safety Standards: A genuine Swiss-made part that ensures the mechanical integrity of the tool, preventing the blades from overlapping or crossing incorrectly during a cut.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland)

• Model: FELCO 2/8 (Center Bolt)

• Compatibility: FELCO 2

• Material: High-carbon hardened steel

• Contents: 1x Pivot Bolt

Ideal For (Uses)

• Eliminating Blade Gap: Fixing pruners that "chew" rather than cut because the center bolt has worn down, creating too much space between the blade and anvil.

• Professional Tool Overhaul: Replacing a bolt that has become pitted, rusted, or bent from years of intensive field use.

• Restoring Smooth Operation: Removing the "gritty" feeling in the pivot by replacing a scarred bolt with a perfectly smooth factory original.

• Maintaining Tool Longevity: Ensuring the handles and blades are properly aligned, which prevents uneven wear on more expensive components like the cutting blade.

Pro Tip: When installing the new bolt, apply a small drop of FELCO 980 synthetic grease or 981 lubricant to the bearing surface. This will significantly extend the life of the bolt and keep your pruning action silky smooth.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Can take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.