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[Cook]

Sorry I should have been more precise.  I understand the originals aren't spiced but wondering if others had used the spliced ones (as they are tapered differently and the screws don't protrude like the cotter pins) and just tightening the screws against the flat section of the shaft and got the same result. Cheers Ron.  

[76lxhatch]

Haven't seen them used that way, I suppose its possible if everything fits well but I would be concerned about it being able to hold the shaft securely. Any small amount of movement is going to quickly cause wear which will soon become dangerous. The cotter pins wedge against the shaft much more securely, and with more strength.

[Cook]

Thanks you've confirmed my suspicions.  Not that I have any real knowledge in this area but if I had the time/money/energy I would look to go done the splined route.  Cheers Ron

[Cook]

For anyone interested I've bought one off EBay with a 20% discount currently available and this is for a stainless steel one.  Cheers Ron