Random Topics 3.1

[Supe]

Square: It's basically a short, non-hex pipe nipple.  Brass, joining two things I don't want damaged.  Heat not an option as there's an O-ring/piston on one of the components.  Decided to just say f*ck it.  Found out there's a Swagelok nearby, so I'm going to go there tomorrow and get a hex nipple for $5 that has perfect threads and some of their dope in lieu of tape.

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Square: It's basically a short, non-hex pipe nipple.  Brass, joining two things I don't want damaged.  Heat not an option as there's an O-ring/piston on one of the components.  Decided to just say f*ck it.  Found out there's a Swagelok nearby, so I'm going to go there tomorrow and get a hex nipple for $5 that has perfect threads and some of their dope in lieu of tape.

Dang, good luck! Love Swagelok stuff, you should be in good shape.

 

[Supe]

Unfortunately there is an oil accumulator on one side, and an electric valve on the other.  The one that came with the kit has no hex, so you only get there by trying to tighten the valve and nipple as an assembly.  That's also a losing proposition, because you are limited on how you can clock the valve, because there is a small pressure relief valve right next to it.  So you end up having to back the whole assembly off a quarter-half turn to clear it, which would be OK if you could turn the nipple independently.  The hex and a good dope should fix the issue.  At least it's mounted where its easy to get to!

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Ham fist your way to success!

 

[Audi Driver P.E.]

You can also use a pipe wrench with some hard plastic or Delrin in the jaws to reduce damage. Also, you can use two pipe wrenches on opposing sides to spread the load from the jaws.

This is how you can do it.  I usually will just take some flexible tubing and put it over the grip areas of the pipe wrench.  That said, a pipe wrench is supposed to grip and make marks on the pipe.  Basically, they make their own "flats".

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

This is how you can do it.  I usually will just take some flexible tubing and put it over the grip areas of the pipe wrench.  That said, a pipe wrench is supposed to grip and make marks on the pipe.  Basically, they make their own "flats".

I didn't break it, I found it like that!

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Anybody work with Kydex? I want a "tacticool" sheath for my chef knife. I don't like the blade protector I have and I like to bring my own cooking equipment if I'm in charge of cooking somewhere that's not my own home.

 

[knight1fox3]

Anybody work with Kydex? I want a "tacticool" sheath for my chef knife. I don't like the blade protector I have and I like to bring my own cooking equipment if I'm in charge of cooking somewhere that's not my own home.

I actually have a friend who has a small Kydex business. Search FB for "Fox Valley Custom Kydex". Able to customize just about anything and pricing is reasonable. Tell them KnightFoxPC sent you! :thumbs:

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

I actually have a friend who has a small Kydex business. Search FB for "Fox Valley Custom Kydex". Able to customize just about anything and pricing is reasonable. Tell them KnightFoxPC sent you! :thumbs:

I'm sold!

 

[knight1fox3]

I'm sold!

https://www.facebook.com/valleykydex/

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

https://www.facebook.com/valleykydex/

Inquiry already sent! Thanks! *shing shing*

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Chef's knife sheath and mag holder! And firestarter!

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Ooh, and faux carbon!

 

[Audi Driver P.E.]

Kydex is ridiculously easy to work.  Just need a hairdryer or hot air gun.  And Kydex is cheap!

 

[Road Guy]

Lol- anyone want to go to the show with me?

 

[leggo PE]

Edit: Ooh! ToP!

Good try, but top only matters in the spam thread.

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

Good try, but top only matters in the spam thread.

Oops! My mistake!

 

[leggo PE]

Oops! My mistake!

It's alright. You're learning! That's the important part.

 

[squaretaper LIT AF PE]

It's alright. You're learning! That's the important part.

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[Audi Driver P.E.]

It's alright. You're learning! That's the important part.

I thought whiskey was the important part.