Jocklandjohn Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Are these both banjo fittings? And if so are they some fancy bonded pipe stuff at the union, or is the plastic breather pipe able to be easily replaced and the banjo fitting re-used? (Have not got my head in there yet for a look). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Woodward Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Yes they are banjo fittings the same as on the axles. Use the same size nylon tube and re use the fittings or get some push fit unions. The thread is 1/8 BSP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jocklandjohn Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 Cheers Paul - appreciate that. Is the pipe something that's easily available? Or is there some secret alternative like fishtank ducting or hamster water dripper that only those in the know are aware of? :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boydie Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 leave a small length of the original nylon (and very stiff) hose on the banjo, slide a length of flexible thin wall 1/4" fuel line hose over the full length of it and clamp it with a small tie strap, run the breather to a high point in the engine bay, mine (and the front axle) are now located in the gutter below the windscreen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jocklandjohn Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 Thanks Boydie - that sounds more 'reasonable' than buying two new complete assemblies (which are not cheap!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Woodward Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I bought a roll of the nylon tube from a pneumatic supply company, 1/4" outside diameter. Cut the old pipe off, knock the fitting into the new tube. I drilled a 1/4" hole in a lump of hard wood, cut through with a saw and used it to clamp the tube in the vice with 1/2" poking through. Start the fitting in the end of the tube and give it a sharp tap with a mallet. Might take a couple of goes to perfect the technique! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I was extending mine, so made sure they were clear by removing and then sticking an air line down them, then with a 1/4" joiner, some extra pipe, and a couple of straight connectors job was done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 While you're at the pneumatic supply co, for a couple of extra quid you can buy a 90deg swivel elbow connector for the push-fit 6mm nylon hose. 1/8" BSP is the thread size required. Works for axles too. Buy the metal ones not the plastic ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwazyWabbit Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 While you're at the pneumatic supply co, for a couple of extra quid you can buy a 90deg swivel elbow connector for the push-fit 6mm nylon hose. 1/8" BSP is the thread size required. Works for axles too. Buy the metal ones not the plastic ones. Depending on the gearbox you might want to check the space available, on the R380 the breather is connected behind part of the linkage for the hi/low/diff-lock lever and it's fairly tight there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jocklandjohn Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 Ah you lads are a positive cornucopia of sage advice! Brilliant thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 On my (defender style) R380 it fits fine with a 90deg elbow. I drilled & tapped the bellhousing to give me a push-fit wading plug and breather too, as it's a big hot void that will suck in water when submerged otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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