[QUOTE=cappy208;70517]Incorrect. The intercon ram has a load cell which has about 1 1/2" of ‘give’ this is what the tug floats on for lateral cushion against the hard connection. The system senses the pressure as you ride and you can see the pressure graphically on the screens. The early intercon versions had to be manually pumped up as they lost pressure underway. Now it is automatic.[/QUOTE]
You’re correct about the cushion. The cushion comes from the initial charge pressure. (on the 50s it’s 250psi) The auto-tensioning is not from the pump, it’s done as the acme screw turns and forces the pin out. The thrust bearing is the back of the load cell.