Brian Kemp wrote:
> My questions to the wisdom of the list: Why is there both an adapter
> and a fitting to connect the pipe to the water pump housing? Is there
> any reason why I shouldn't do it with a single part?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Brian Kemp
> 72 TR6
Brian,
Only some quick answers here:
1)a) Problably 'cause the pump housing/cast part is from another application,
and Standard/Triumph/British Leyland wanted to make it fit, or:
b) Maybe because that's the only way to get a pipe to fit to the haousing
2) Will the length be too short if you remove the1-1/2 inch adapter?
And a quick suggestion:
Get a hacksaw, cut the tube, remove the nut/fitting thing, measure the O.D.
of the pipe, go to a knowledgeable automotive store, and get the compression
collar. Do it the right way, if not for your restoration plans, then for the
next
guy to own it. Don't be a DPO ;)
JOE IV
TR 250
WALLINGFORD, CT. USA
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