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> I need to order viton push rod tube o-rings, and get the right parts the first time.
Gint
post Mar 20 2008, 10:44 AM
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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?
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post Mar 20 2008, 12:18 PM
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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 :-)
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post Mar 20 2008, 04:08 PM
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QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Mar 20 2008, 11:38 AM) *
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...

QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Mar 20 2008, 11:59 AM) *
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...

QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Mar 20 2008, 12:18 PM) *
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:

QUOTE(Jake Raby @ Mar 20 2008, 12:34 PM) *
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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Gint   I need to order viton push rod tube o-rings   Mar 20 2008, 10:44 AM
StratPlayer   I just ordered a set from PP, give them a call the...   Mar 20 2008, 10:46 AM
George H.   here is a Linky   Mar 20 2008, 10:58 AM
SLITS   Call Glenn @ PP ... 1-888-280-7799 X240 .... Tell ...   Mar 20 2008, 11:19 AM
dr914@autoatlanta.com   we had ours made and tested them and have never ha...   Mar 20 2008, 11:28 AM
Jake Raby   The seal material WILL NOT make up for poor prepar...   Mar 20 2008, 11:38 AM
SLITS   The seal material WILL NOT make up for poor prepa...   Mar 20 2008, 11:44 AM
Jake Raby   In fact the Vitons are HARDER to install due to ma...   Mar 20 2008, 11:59 AM
ericread   I recently ordered tubes and seals and I wanted to...   Mar 20 2008, 12:10 PM
Jake Raby   Thanks. Installing these things daily gives us an ...   Mar 20 2008, 12:18 PM
Gint   The seal material WILL NOT make up for poor prepar...   Mar 20 2008, 04:08 PM
ericread   Jake; I thought you also specify the Dirko sealan...   Mar 20 2008, 12:21 PM
Jake Raby   I prefer the Loctite 565 sealant if I use any seal...   Mar 20 2008, 12:34 PM
ericread   Oops - that what I bought the Loctite for. The Di...   Mar 20 2008, 12:36 PM
stateofidleness   anyone got a walkthrough for correct oil cooler se...   Mar 20 2008, 02:30 PM
SLITS   Well Gint, there were two cars at Route 66 I did w...   Mar 20 2008, 05:00 PM
Jake Raby   If we can't no one can. BTW- phoning orders...   Mar 20 2008, 07:41 PM
Gint   Thanks Jake. Can you answer that sealant question...   Mar 20 2008, 08:55 PM
Gint   Order is in. I added a note asking for intake man...   Mar 20 2008, 10:13 PM
Jake Raby   I got the info from my Dad.. I'll ring you in ...   Mar 21 2008, 08:05 AM
Gint   Thanks Jake. I think I understand your process no...   Mar 21 2008, 10:32 AM
Jake Raby   Will call you then... No worries.   Mar 21 2008, 10:42 AM
Eric_Shea   That's odd... you're one of the best the...   Mar 21 2008, 07:04 PM


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