I need to order viton push rod tube o-rings, and get the right parts the first time. |
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I need to order viton push rod tube o-rings, and get the right parts the first time. |
Gint |
Mar 20 2008, 10:44 AM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,093 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
I don't want to order parts today, find out next Tuesday afternoon when they arrive that I got the wrong parts without enough time to order the correct units and get them shipped before Saturday when I plan to do the work. I've heard too many stories right here on this board about folks ordering a set of push rod tube o-rings and only half being viton (green right?) and the other half being some other crap.
Or in other words, I want to order parts and expect to get the right parts the first time. Can anyone suggest a vendor that can perform that task? |
Jake Raby |
Mar 20 2008, 12:18 PM
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Engine Surgeon Group: Members Posts: 9,398 Joined: 31-August 03 From: Lost Member No.: 1,095 Region Association: South East States |
Thanks. Installing these things daily gives us an edge for sure :-)
Most of the guys selling parts have never done an install of these items. That said I always recommend ordering a couple extra of each seal to use as "guinea pigs" to practice the install procedures. You can use a single pushrod tube with a seal on each end and install that tube assembly in each bore of the engine and then remove it to see if any surface imperfections cause a tear that WILL be an oil leak. This sort of "tests" the procedure and each bore at the same time and by the time you have installed that single tube assembly in each bore you'll have the feel necessary to do the job in "real time" without tearing a seal. I have installed these seals blindfolded and still not had an oil leak- I don't use Viton :-) |
Gint |
Mar 20 2008, 04:08 PM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,093 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
The seal material WILL NOT make up for poor preparation of the surfaces and improper installation procedures. I don't recall saying I was going to do it half-assed... In fact the Vitons are HARDER to install due to material density and "crush" factors that make the seal easier to cut during install. That fact doesn't bother me all that much. I think I understand that they're different material. Not as squishy right? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) It's not rocket science. Having said that though... Thanks. Installing these things daily gives us an edge for sure :-) Most of the guys selling parts have never done an install of these items. That said I always recommend ordering a couple extra of each seal to use as "guinea pigs" to practice the install procedures. You can use a single pushrod tube with a seal on each end and install that tube assembly in each bore of the engine and then remove it to see if any surface imperfections cause a tear that WILL be an oil leak. This sort of "tests" the procedure and each bore at the same time and by the time you have installed that single tube assembly in each bore you'll have the feel necessary to do the job in "real time" without tearing a seal. I have installed these seals blindfolded and still not had an oil leak- I don't use Viton :-) You're on Jake. I'll do it your way. I hadn't planned on using sealant. You said: I prefer the Loctite 565 sealant if I use any sealant at all.. Under what circumstances would you feel the need to do so Jake? Do you have any nipples for head vents? I'll call in an order this afternoon or tomorrow morning. I need to look up a few items first. I asked who could get me the right parts the first time. I believe Jake can probably do that. |
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