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Sourcing Nipples to attach Vacuum balancer?

Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:51 pm
by RADDUCK
Jon Suggested that Mig Welding tips would screw into the intake manifolds. Does anyone have any additional suggestions as to where one may source nipples to attach a homemade vaccuum balancer to the intake manifold?

Re: Sourcing Nipples to attach Vacuum balancer?

Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2009 11:48 pm
by jcslocum
OK, did some research. The thead is supposed to be M5 x .8.

You can pick up some M5 x .8 allen bolts and drill a hole down thru the center to make some nipples. Put some grease on the outside to make a seal so you get good vacuum.

Re: Sourcing Nipples to attach Vacuum balancer?

Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2009 12:06 am
by jcslocum

Re: Sourcing Nipples to attach Vacuum balancer?

Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2009 5:36 pm
by RADDUCK
Wow Jon! That's 5 options in less than 24 hours. If only I could get that level of service from the dealer. I'd say you've gone above and beyond the call of duty. I was going to swing by a welding shop today and check out the mig tips but It was easier just to click and pay. Thanks again! Your help is much appreciated!