{"product_id":"rocket-r58-steam-water-tap-rod-kit-r229905676","title":"Rocket R58 Steam \u0026 Water Tap Complete Rod Kit R229905676","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRocket R58 Steam \u0026amp; Water Tap Complete Rod Kit – R229905676\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore smooth, precise steam and hot water tap operation on your Rocket R58 espresso machine with this genuine OEM complete tap rod kit (R229905676). The tap rod is the internal shaft that transfers the knob's rotation to the valve mechanism — a worn or damaged rod causes stiff operation, imprecise control, or the knob spinning without engaging the valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: R229905676\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePin overall length: 70mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare pin: 7×7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded pin for knob: M6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Complete steam\/water tap rod kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket R58 espresso machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact us with your machine's serial number to confirm compatibility if unsure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSymptoms of a Faulty Tap Rod\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam or water tap knob spins without engaging the valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTap is stiff or difficult to turn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprecise steam or hot water flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible wear or damage to the rod or pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs this a genuine Rocket Espresso part?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes, this is a genuine OEM Rocket Espresso steam and water tap rod kit for the R58 (R229905676).\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I replace this myself?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTap rod replacement requires draining the boiler and disassembling the tap assembly. We recommend this be carried out by a qualified technician. Our Sydney-based team can assist — contact us to book a service.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Rocket","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46251794104516,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/6632\/8260\/files\/R58steamkit.jpg?v=1781433496","url":"https:\/\/bearcoffeemachine.com.au\/products\/rocket-r58-steam-water-tap-rod-kit-r229905676","provider":"Bear Coffee Machine ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}