https://www.homedepot.com/p/Climax-7-8-in-Bore-Zinc-Plated-Mild-Steel-Set-Screw-Collar-C-087/203025036
Try McMaster Carr. They have alot of tubing/pipe. https://www.mcmaster.com/tubing/steel/id~7-8/
Terry W.
Use an old rocker shaft . Should be lots of those around. Check with a local engine rebuilder for their scrap parts pile.