true, now you say it, must have been the valve been buggered or something,
anyway, would appreciate it if you could find out.
Gernot
> ----------
> From: Peter Zaborski[SMTP:peterz@merak.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 1998 4:55 PM
> To: 'Gernot Vonhoegen'
> Cc: 'TR6 List'
> Subject: RE: TR6 switches and more
>
> > From: Gernot Vonhoegen [mailto:gernot.vonhoegen@stir.ac.uk]
> > Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 1998 7:42 AM
> >
> > is that really the egr size, I thought the valve had a conical shaped
> > thread?!
>
> Nope, the EGR thread (the one which goes into the head) is definitely not
> tapered. I remember this because I had a heck of a time finding a set
> screw
> with the right thread (in order to plug the hole left by my now removed
> EGR
> valve). As I said, I think it is a 3/4" UNF but I would have to check this
> weekend to confirm that if anyone is interested.
>
> You will note that the EGR valve uses a jam nut to "lock in" required
> position since the pipe to the intake manifold is a solid piece (ie. it
> would not flex to allow various positions). It would be hard to use a jam
> nut with a tapered (NPT) thread.
>
> --- Peter Zaborski CF58310UO ---
>
>
>
> >
> > > From: Peter Zaborski[SMTP:peterz@merak.com]
> > > Sent: Monday, November 23, 1998 5:29 PM
> > >
> > > > Also, does anyone know what the thread size is for:1) the EGR
> > > > valve (where it mounts to the manifold) on a 76 TR6; 2)
> > the fitting
> > > > that attaches to the intake manifold (adaptor) that holds the EGR
> > > > pipe?
> > >
> > > Strictly from memory as I had to buy the right plugs for
> > these two holes
> > > when I removed all that junk...
> > >
> > > EGR valve - 3/4 UNF
> > > intake manifold - 1/2 NPT
> > >
> > > If no one else replies by next weekend, I can verify this
> > for sure net
> > > weekend. Just remind me Friday if you want me to do so.
> > >
> > > --- Peter Zaborski CF58310UO ---
> > >
> >
>
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