AC line fitting with LS pressure switch port
10-21-2009, 05:16 PM
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AC line fitting with LS pressure switch port does anyone know where to get a -6 or -8 beadlock a/c fitting with the correct port for the ls style pressure switch. i have seen pics on the site before but cant seem to find it.
10-28-2009, 02:56 PM
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When I was looking for a pre-made #8 beadlock with a male M10x1.25 port two years ago, I couldn't find one. I don't know if anyone makes one now.
You can get a weld-on M10x1.25 port from Doc's Blocks or a Tubes N' Hoses dealer, and then get someone to weld one on. Actually I just tried to go to Tubes N' Hoses' website and they don't seem to exist anymore
. But Doc's Blocks is still around.
I had Wizard Automotive in Douglasville, GA weld an M10x1.25 switch port onto one of my Vintage Air #8 beadlock fittings and crimp my hoses. They were a Tubes N Hoses dealer at the time.
You can get a weld-on M10x1.25 port from Doc's Blocks or a Tubes N' Hoses dealer, and then get someone to weld one on. Actually I just tried to go to Tubes N' Hoses' website and they don't seem to exist anymore
. But Doc's Blocks is still around.I had Wizard Automotive in Douglasville, GA weld an M10x1.25 switch port onto one of my Vintage Air #8 beadlock fittings and crimp my hoses. They were a Tubes N Hoses dealer at the time.
10-30-2009, 12:16 AM
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When I was looking for a pre-made #8 beadlock with a male M10x1.25 port two years ago, I couldn't find one. I don't know if anyone makes one now.
You can get a weld-on M10x1.25 port from Doc's Blocks or a Tubes N' Hoses dealer, and then get someone to weld one on. Actually I just tried to go to Tubes N' Hoses' website and they don't seem to exist anymore. But Doc's Blocks is still around.
I had Wizard Automotive in Douglasville, GA weld an M10x1.25 switch port onto one of my Vintage Air #8 beadlock fittings and crimp my hoses. They were a Tubes N Hoses dealer at the time.
You can get a weld-on M10x1.25 port from Doc's Blocks or a Tubes N' Hoses dealer, and then get someone to weld one on. Actually I just tried to go to Tubes N' Hoses' website and they don't seem to exist anymore
. But Doc's Blocks is still around.I had Wizard Automotive in Douglasville, GA weld an M10x1.25 switch port onto one of my Vintage Air #8 beadlock fittings and crimp my hoses. They were a Tubes N Hoses dealer at the time.
10-30-2009, 10:48 AM
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BTW, the thread pitch on a 3/8-24 is nearly identical to a M10 x 1.25 pitch, and the M10 diameter is.019" larger. An M10 x 1.25 bolt threaded into my drier port (a little snug) so perhaps there's a possibility there for using a male/male M10 x 1.25 adapter fitting (if there is such a thing?).
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10-30-2009, 12:24 PM
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I've been trying to get to the same point with my system by trying to find a way to replace the trinary switch on my drier (Hot Rod Air unit) with the GM sensor. Here's where I am so far: I ordered a male/male adapter from a local Goodridge distributor, 3/8-24 on one end (to thread into the drier port), and M10 x 1.25 on the other end (for GM sensor). The Goodridge on-line catalog is currently un-available, so I ordered the fitting blind by description. I'm yet to recieve it, so I don't know if the o-rings will seal properly. I may have to modify the adapter fitting to make it right; I'll report my findings.
BTW, the thread pitch on a 3/8-24 is nearly identical to a M10 x 1.25 pitch, and the M10 diameter is.019" larger. An M10 x 1.25 bolt threaded into my drier port (a little snug) so perhaps there's a possibility there for using a male/male M10 x 1.25 adapter fitting (if there is such a thing?).
Andy1
BTW, the thread pitch on a 3/8-24 is nearly identical to a M10 x 1.25 pitch, and the M10 diameter is.019" larger. An M10 x 1.25 bolt threaded into my drier port (a little snug) so perhaps there's a possibility there for using a male/male M10 x 1.25 adapter fitting (if there is such a thing?).
Andy1
Please keep my informed Andy on how your plan works out.
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10-30-2009, 09:35 PM
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Seems maybe DB's can make a custom adapter for a reasonable amount. I would think if he saw the thread he may do it and get a bit of business considering it would be the easiest solution for everybody in the same boat.
10-30-2009, 11:09 PM
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11-11-2009, 12:13 PM
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http://www.hydraulicstore.com/index.php?loc=items&data[history]=&data[catalog]=1&data[grp_id]=4104
any thoughts on this fitting as an adapter?
can't seem to attach the link, but they have 3/8-24 female inverted flare to a m10x1.25 male flare. Can enter PN 1053240 in the search and it will bring it up
any thoughts on this fitting as an adapter?
can't seem to attach the link, but they have 3/8-24 female inverted flare to a m10x1.25 male flare. Can enter PN 1053240 in the search and it will bring it up
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11-11-2009, 03:01 PM
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Duane,
I received the Goodridge fitting I ordered from Mesa Hose and did a preliminary fit up. Turns out it's an AN -3 male on one end (which has a 3/8-24 thread), and probably a JIC male on the other end (M10 x 1.25 thread). If you can hang on just a couple more days, I'll post photos and how it fits the drier and the GM pressure sensor. Initial impression is that it'll work.
Andy1
I received the Goodridge fitting I ordered from Mesa Hose and did a preliminary fit up. Turns out it's an AN -3 male on one end (which has a 3/8-24 thread), and probably a JIC male on the other end (M10 x 1.25 thread). If you can hang on just a couple more days, I'll post photos and how it fits the drier and the GM pressure sensor. Initial impression is that it'll work.
Andy1
11-11-2009, 11:01 PM
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Duane,
I received the Goodridge fitting I ordered from Mesa Hose and did a preliminary fit up. Turns out it's an AN -3 male on one end (which has a 3/8-24 thread), and probably a JIC male on the other end (M10 x 1.25 thread). If you can hang on just a couple more days, I'll post photos and how it fits the drier and the GM pressure sensor. Initial impression is that it'll work.
Andy1
I received the Goodridge fitting I ordered from Mesa Hose and did a preliminary fit up. Turns out it's an AN -3 male on one end (which has a 3/8-24 thread), and probably a JIC male on the other end (M10 x 1.25 thread). If you can hang on just a couple more days, I'll post photos and how it fits the drier and the GM pressure sensor. Initial impression is that it'll work.
Andy1
Duane
