Brass Fittings?

[brandini]

I'm having a helluva time finding fittings for my upcoming trans cooler and remote filter install.

I'm in need of:
2x 1/2" NPT male to 3/8" nipple to connect hose to remote filter mount
1x 1/2" NPT male to 1/8" NPT Female to connect transmission fluid temp sensor to remote filter mount

Summit racing has one but not the other and I'd like to make just one order someplace. Online preferred.

Thanks!

 

[simple_gifts]

Any "real" hardware store. I found everything I needed for my bypass install at a non chain local outfit.

 

[bullwinkle]

Or a real auto parts store chain (not a national one)-you might even try a HVAC/refrigeration supply house-the ones I use carry HD brass fittings that are thicker walled than standard-that's what I use.

 

[Rick in PA]

You could try www.mcmaster.com I often get brass fittings for work there.

 

[Stu_Rock]

I usually get this type of stuff from McMaster-Carr.

Line 1:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#5346K21/

Line 2:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#50785K64/

When you place an order, you won't know what the shipping charge will be. It will be reasonable (basically just the actual shipping charge, including McMaster's discounted rate with UPS).

 

[brandini]

Follow-up question. It says operating range to 160 degrees F. Transmission fluid gets hotter... will that cause problems?

Found this:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#5361k38

I assume stainless would be ok... Good up to 350 degrees.

 

[JHZR2]

doubt the bulk fluid really gets that hot. Excursions are usually OK, heavy wall would be best, IMO.

 

[brandini]

I autocross the car and go to the Tail of the Dragon so I'd rather be safe than underrated brass.

 

[brandini]

Ps I'm in love with that site, it's organized extremely well.

 

[tom slick]

Those should be easy to find, even at Home Depot. Just FYI, the jargon for what you need is 1/2" NPT to 3/8" "Barb" fitting and 1/2" NPT to 3/8" NPT "bushing". A "nipple" is a completely different fitting that is a short section of threaded pipe. That might make it easier for you to find them.

You can probably find both in steel also.

 

[Diesel_Clatter]

Originally Posted By: brandini
Ps I'm in love with that site, it's organized extremely well.


I will second that opinion. As an added bonus, I live close to their warehouse so if I order by 7pm the shipment will arrive the next day at ground shipping rates.

 

[brandini]

I'm jealous.

And thanks tom! Bushing! I would have never guessed. What's the name for the style that's not ribbed for the hose's pleasure but still has the 1 bulge at the tip?

 

[brandini]

Wow and they arrived today

I got the high temp fittings (were stainless) that were rated for oil. Also moved up to a SAE approved bushing. Such an awesome place.

 

[tom slick]

Mcmaster-carr rules! I refer to them as Mcmaster Claus because it feels like Christmas when I receive their shipments.

 

[brandini]

HAHA you should get them to put your testimonial on their site