I've stripped the threads on an aluminum AC condenser. Can I use the carbon steel inserts or do I have to use the aluminum inserts?
1113332
I have used these (steel inserts) in both aluminum and magnesium with success. Way better than helicoils. If anything galvanic corrosion would bond them to the aluminum but I think they are sufficiently coated to be removable like a bolt would be.
1113333
They are zinc coated to prevent galvanic corrosion when used against aluminum. The following site will answer more questions. I also from experience recommend checking hole depth before using. http://www.timesert.com/html/faq.html#4
1113334
I used the steel inserts to repair a stripped aluminium motorcycle head with no problem.
1113335
I used these for striped valve cover threads on an aluminum head. I do not have any leaks to date.
1955648
Good question. OTC seems to make it a national secret. I was just "lucky" to have the right adapters in TWO sets. One was what came with the C-Clamp and the other was their so-called "Ford" or "Ford Truck" set. It seems they sell a lot more adapters if they keep you in the dark. All that being said, they have a full book catalog. But they are the only vendor on earth that will CHARGE you for their catalog. It has been 7 months since I did this dance, but you have to do a lot of careful online research to get what you need and you will probably have to end up with more than you need in order to be sure. Sorry I can't be more specific, but they have designed the system this way. Finally, the C-Clamp with a 1" or 1-1/2" diameter x 24" cheater pipe will get the job done. You may have to apply a small amount of heat while it's under pressure to expand the collar or spindle (whichever). I did it differently than most. After removing the spindle, I put the C-Clamp (not the spindle) in the vise and then clamped the ball-joint that way.
1880704
I changed the clamps and used stainless steel clamps on all 4 ends of tubing that screw on with lock nut or screwdriver. I was having air in the filter and once i put these on no more air and runs silent.
254125
Dont look at the number on the shroud. Look at the number on the name tag of the AC unit. You'll need to take the shroud off to get it. Tnen pick the right shroud for that model. These are excellent shrouds.
2145752
You have to open your AC unit, which is housed inside of a metal box, at least all units usually are. Inside of the metal square box, there is a condenser unit, which is what you wrap up.
87753
The switch is made of aluminum or steel not sure but it's metal. If your threading is made of poly I would think you would need to be very careful to not strip the threads. It's a great pressure switch though love it. 5 stars
374402
None, I used a brass valve for my mash tun. This will work, be careful on installing it though, had to drill a slightly larger hole in my lowes mash tun cooler for the valve to fit, not sure if you will need to do that with this valve or not... Have fun with the build and Relax have a home brew
568928
This worked in my 66 with 200ci with C4 and without AC. It is a 3 row NOT a 2 row so you may need a new fan spacer. I went with a universal 1" spacer. It also comes with a clear drain hose. I replaced that with the NOS style. Good radiator and deal.
2146695
There is a threaded hole. I use a Skil buffer so not sure of the size match up
784125
I cut some custom ones for mine from plexiglass/Lexan sheets that I found at the local box store. Never had any trouble with the steel inserts, but wanted a tighter tolerance than they provided when I had some specialized projects.
2133500
Look for a heat and air truck and ask the teck how mutch they would charge to install the unit. One factor is how your old condenser failed. If it burned the oil the r22 can NOT be reused so you would need to replace it and it is quite expensive now. You would need around 7 to 15 lbs. it is now over $7 a pound and is usually sold in 35 lb. tanks however a ac teck should have access to the reclaim equipment and small amounts of r22
998496
Not recommended. You can create threads on steel that does not have thread, or clean up existing threads, but changing thread would be problematic easier to buy new nut.
376123
They are steel, don't know about any aluminum inserts for thia application.
2179974
I use this thread with no problem on my Brother PR650. They are wrapped, but I'm not exactly sure what the core is.
2132669
The line connections are flare nut. So you will have to purge lines and use a vacuum pump to eliminate all air and non condensables out of the line set and the inside coil.
764354
I just used my stocker if I remember right. Not a bad time to replace it though. The spring in them can go out over time leading to incorrect pressurization of the coolant system. The caps are cheap through advance or auto zone or whatever is close to you. Radiator works like a charm though. Installation was cake and cools like a champ. Never climbs above 210 in the summer even with the ac on full blast.
1379462
No, not true. Now there might be inserts for threading that isn't lead, but I'm not sure about that. And my terminals are solid as a rock.