Bypass valve mounting/install question
Bypass valve mounting/install question I am running (2) vortech race bypass valves on my Ysi setup. Both are mounted near each other. My question is:
The tube came with one of the mounting flanges already welded on from vortech. The other I had to have welded on. For those familiar, the mount consists of a small tube (stand) and flange. The stand gets welded to the tube and the flange welded to the tube. I didn't catch it until later, but the stand was welded in with part of the stand protruding down (1/4-3/8" or so) into the tube it is welded too. I am wondering if this will cause any sort of airflow restriction. I could probably dremel most of it out if necessary but if it won't hurt airflow, I am not going to mess with it. My initial thought was WTF but the more I thought about it, I don't think it will matter but thought I would seek the advice of those with more experience.
My highly technical drawing should help explain the situation.
The tube came with one of the mounting flanges already welded on from vortech. The other I had to have welded on. For those familiar, the mount consists of a small tube (stand) and flange. The stand gets welded to the tube and the flange welded to the tube. I didn't catch it until later, but the stand was welded in with part of the stand protruding down (1/4-3/8" or so) into the tube it is welded too. I am wondering if this will cause any sort of airflow restriction. I could probably dremel most of it out if necessary but if it won't hurt airflow, I am not going to mess with it. My initial thought was WTF but the more I thought about it, I don't think it will matter but thought I would seek the advice of those with more experience.
My highly technical drawing should help explain the situation.
Last edited by blake b; May 11, 2012 at 01:23 PM.
