Male 2-Piece Rod End For a traditional carbon steel two-piece rod end, QA1 offers its CM Carbon Steel Series rod ends. These metal-to-metal rod ends are protective coated for corrosion resistance and are available in both metric and inch dimensions with left and right hand threads. Grease fittings and stud configurations are available by calling 800-721 7761. BALL 52100 Bearing Steel Heat Treated Hard Chrome Plated Precision Ground BODY Carbon Steel Protective Coated for Corrosion Resistance Notes: Load ratings apply only to rod ends without grease fittings. For ratings with grease fittings, please contact QA1. For sizes 2, 3, 3-4, 4, 4-5, 5 and 5-6, grease fittings are not available.