The Genie 1266138GT is a genuine OEM Wire Rope Thimble, 1/8" designed for RL4 Vertical Mast and RL4 LED Vertical Mast light towers. Sourced directly from Genie, this component matches the original hardware specification and drops into place without rework or adaptation. It is compatible with both the standard RL4 Vertical Mast and the LED variant, making it the correct choice when servicing either configuration. Cross-reference part number 1266138GT against your Genie parts manual to confirm fitment before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hardware Integrity — Manufactured to Genie's original material and dimensional specification for 1/8" wire rope, ensuring the thimble seats and grips the way the machine was built to expect.
- Direct Replacement for RL4 Mast Applications — Engineered to install in the same position as the original, with no drilling, re-terminating, or hardware modification required on RL4 Vertical Mast units.
- Covers Both RL4 Variants — Fits the RL4 Vertical Mast and the RL4 LED Vertical Mast, so one part number covers both configurations in your fleet.
- Protects Wire Rope at the Loop — The thimble reinforces the eye splice or loop termination, distributing load evenly and preventing the rope from kinking or crushing at the anchor point under repeated use.
- Mast Lift Safety Relevance — A worn or missing thimble allows wire rope to deform at the termination point, which can lead to premature strand failure. Replacing this part on schedule supports the structural integrity of the mast lifting system.
A wire rope thimble is a grooved, tear-drop-shaped insert that fits inside a looped wire rope termination, protecting the rope where it bends around a shackle, pin, or anchor point. Without a thimble in place, the wire rope bends at a tight radius under load, causing the individual strands to crush, fray, and weaken far sooner than they should. On a vertical mast light tower like the RL4, the wire rope is part of the mast raise-and-lower system, meaning a compromised termination point directly affects how safely and reliably the mast can be deployed and retracted. Replacing a damaged or missing thimble restores the correct load geometry at the anchor point and extends the service life of the rope assembly as a whole.
Part Details
| Part Number | 1266138GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Wire Rope Thimble, 1/8" |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| RL4 Vertical Mast | RL4 Vertical Mast |
| RL4 LED Vertical Mast | RL4 LED Vertical Mast |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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