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I just got my 3 new clippard valves and am trying to hook them up. It menas I have to redo my DIY manifold but oh well
I have a couple of questions though:
I was not able to find an fitting to go from the 10x32 Sae thread on the valve to the 1/8 pipe thread. I dealt with this by drilling and tapping out plugs that 1/8NPT brass plugs. No biggie ther but how have others dealt with it? Mine looks just like the one Andrew sold here I assume others were able to find this fitting or made their own as I did, true?
Second, how tight should the valve be tightened onto the fitting. I notice it has a rubber oring to help seal it. I filed the plug surface flat so it would ensure a good seal. I do notice though that the babed part (which seems to be the body of the valve also) spins. It seems like it is supposed to be that way. I assume I should not tighten it till it does not spin. Correct?
Thanks for looking and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
artyman:
I was not able to find an fitting to go from the 10x32 Sae thread on the valve to the 1/8 pipe thread. I dealt with this by drilling and tapping out plugs that 1/8NPT brass plugs. No biggie ther but how have others dealt with it? Mine looks just like the one Andrew sold here I assume others were able to find this fitting or made their own as I did, true?
Second, how tight should the valve be tightened onto the fitting. I notice it has a rubber oring to help seal it. I filed the plug surface flat so it would ensure a good seal. I do notice though that the babed part (which seems to be the body of the valve also) spins. It seems like it is supposed to be that way. I assume I should not tighten it till it does not spin. Correct?
Thanks for looking and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!