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Old Jun 21, 2023 | 12:50 PM
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I'm moving my boost control feed from just after the compressor to the hard pipe in between the throttle body and intercooler. I don't have a tap for the fitting. I thought I could drill as close as possible, then possibly thread the fitting. Whether it threads or not, I was thinking maybe I could secure it with an application of JB Weld. I'm running 11psi. Do you think thus will hold, or should I go to the expense of having it welded, brazed or soldered? The fitting is brass and hard pipe is aluminum. Appreciate any thoughts.
Old Jun 21, 2023 | 01:26 PM
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That’ll be fine. It’s probably 1/8npt, maybe just grab the tap from a hardware store to make life easier. Spread some JB weld onto the threads, then tighten it in. Similar to what most people do for oil drains.
Old Jun 22, 2023 | 05:18 PM
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JB weld will get the job done. Like Curly said, many people - including me - have used it on the oil drain. Mine hasn't come undone yet after 10+ years.
Old Jun 22, 2023 | 10:15 PM
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I didn't know any better and just used thread sealant on my drain line. Now I have something else to be paranoid about.
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