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1. 01:29 PM - Drain valves (Scott MacIntyre)
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Time: 01:29:58 PM PST US
From: Scott MacIntyre <scott@s-f-x.com>
Subject: Drain valves
Hello
I have removed a SAF CAV 180 drain valve from one of my wing tanks and
wished to replace it with a Curtis 1550 lockable unit which is 1/8 NPT
thread. The left tank was updated like this and I was told the 1/8
thread went straight in and sealed but I can't get the right side to
bite - I realise the thread on the SAF is 3/8 24tpi -3 which is
parallel and a similar diameter but different thread pitch. I'm
unclear if the SAF valve removed from the other side was in fact a 1/8
NPT version as these are available and I'm unlucky to have a rogue
thread on the other side. I tried replacing the SAF 180 but it went in
nicely but keeps spinning as the thread bottoms out - it would seem it
has gone past the threads or something is loose !
Just wondering what you guys have - anything other than 1/8NPT ?
Also I have the caps with the Zeus type slotted screw to close/lock -
are there any items that will retro fit with a tab or something easier
than using a screwdriver to grip the wire ?
Thanks
Scott MacIntyre
G-BUZB
23 Mellor Road
New Mills
Derbyshire
SK22 4DP
UK
UK Mobile: +44 7860 208432
US Mobile: +1 (818) 397-0666
Email: scott@s-f-x.com
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