Snap Rings

Snap Rings—also known as retaining rings or circlips—are essential fasteners used to retain bearings, bushings, joints, or components on shafts or within housings. In the instance of a RockJock Johnny Joint, they snap into a machined groove and act as a shoulder to prevent side-to-side movement of parts under load or rotation. For detailed assembly procedures and maintenance guidance regarding these components, please consult our Instruction Manuals.

What Snap Rings Do & Why They Matter

• Lateral retention – Securely hold components such as bearings, gears, rod ends, and bushings in position on a shaft or inside a housing, preventing parts from sliding out under load or vibration.

• Compact, reliable design – Provide a simple, lightweight alternative to nuts, threaded collars, or welded shoulders, ideal for assemblies where space, weight, or serviceability is critical.

• Ease of maintenance & disassembly – Removable design allows assemblies to be taken apart for service or repair without damaging parts, especially useful in suspension joints, bearings, or rod-end rebuilds.

• Versatility across applications – Used in suspension joints, gearboxes, bearings, and custom fabrications wherever a precise shoulder or stop is required to retain rotating or sliding components.

Fitment & Use Cases

• Used in suspension systems, rod ends, linkages, and pivot joints where bearings, bushings, or joint internals must be held securely under load.

• Common in gearboxes, transmissions, and drivetrains for bearing and gear retention on shafts or within housings.

• Ideal for 4×4 builds, custom chassis, and off-road applications where secure retention and ease of maintenance under vibration are critical.These high-quality fasteners can also be sourced through local service professionals via our Dealer Locator.

• Proper fitment depends on precise groove dimensions—shaft or bore diameter, ring cross-section, and internal or external orientation must be matched correctly for safe and reliable operation.

If you have questions about selecting the correct ring size or type for your custom project, please Contact Us for technical assistance.