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jugernot · 02-14-2010, 02:18 AM

Until I figure out where I'm going to put my compressors and tank, I have run the bag lines to push on fitting with schrader valves. one schrader valve per corner.

Anyway one of the lines is leaking where it attaches to the fitting. I swapped the fitting for another, but still leaked.

How do I fix this?

andrewmp6 · 02-14-2010, 04:16 AM

If the fitting a push on or screw on ?

shaneo2112RUSH · 02-14-2010, 07:56 AM

Only thing that comes to mind on a push on fitting is that the hose is cut at an angle to were its not sitting flush! Cut it strait as you can with a razor! I would not recomend cutting air line hoses with side cutters, they leave a V cut and can cause leaks. Also use a spray bottle with soap and water to check lines,fitting and also the air bags for leakage also!!

On the schrader valves! might want to check the valve to see if its seated properly too! Local auto store should have a tool that tighens them also

jugernot · 02-14-2010, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

If the fitting a push on or screw on ?

the hoses push onto the fitting. the fitting screws onto the schrader valve

*Shane* · 02-14-2010, 01:20 PM

shaneo hit the nail on the head ... make sure the tubing is cut square ... use a razor blade or if you have a Harbor Freight close by you might consider one of these ... they have them for less than $5.00

jugernot · 02-14-2010, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaneo2112RUSH

Only thing that comes to mind on a push on fitting is that the hose is cut at an angle to were its not sitting flush! Cut it strait as you can with a razor! I would not recomend cutting air line hoses with side cutters, they leave a V cut and can cause leaks. Also use a spray bottle with soap and water to check lines,fitting and also the air bags for leakage also!!

On the schrader valves! might want to check the valve to see if its seated properly too! Local auto store should have a tool that tighens them also

Yep, That fixed it. I got all the bags hooked up and post some pics on my build thread.

shaneo2112RUSH · 02-16-2010, 01:49 AM

Sweet! Have fun building! and dont forget to show some pics of the build

!

dv8customs · 02-16-2010, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jugernot

the hoses push onto the fitting. the fitting screws onto the schrader valve

Do you have Push To Connect fittings or are they barbed fittings? I ask because you say the hoses push onto the fittings instead of into. If it is the latter I would not recommend running the barbed fittings.

jugernot · 02-17-2010, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dv8customs

Do you have Push To Connect fittings or are they barbed fittings? I ask because you say the hoses push onto the fittings instead of into. If it is the latter I would not recommend running the barbed fittings.

I was thinking about installing hard lines and use fitting from www.swagelok.com

**lolife99** · 02-17-2010, 08:32 PM

Swagelok stuff is nice, but expensive. We use it at work.
Good stuff.

02-14-2010, 02:18 AM	#1
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	I gotta leak, what will fix it? Until I figure out where I'm going to put my compressors and tank, I have run the bag lines to push on fitting with schrader valves. one schrader valve per corner. Anyway one of the lines is leaking where it attaches to the fitting. I swapped the fitting for another, but still leaked. How do I fix this? __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

02-14-2010, 04:16 AM	#2
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: I gotta leak, what will fix it? If the fitting a push on or screw on ?

02-14-2010, 07:56 AM	#3
shaneo2112RUSH Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pueblo,Colo Posts: 424	Re: I gotta leak, what will fix it? Only thing that comes to mind on a push on fitting is that the hose is cut at an angle to were its not sitting flush! Cut it strait as you can with a razor! I would not recomend cutting air line hoses with side cutters, they leave a V cut and can cause leaks. Also use a spray bottle with soap and water to check lines,fitting and also the air bags for leakage also!! On the schrader valves! might want to check the valve to see if its seated properly too! Local auto store should have a tool that tighens them also __________________ 1968 LWB C10 "Project LADY EYE SORE" (She is my baby and sent me to the hospital 3 times for eye injuries lol) who said love hurts?? Last edited by shaneo2112RUSH; 02-14-2010 at 08:00 AM.

02-14-2010, 01:20 PM	#5
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: I gotta leak, what will fix it? shaneo hit the nail on the head ... make sure the tubing is cut square ... use a razor blade or if you have a Harbor Freight close by you might consider one of these ... they have them for less than $5.00

02-16-2010, 01:49 AM	#7
shaneo2112RUSH Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pueblo,Colo Posts: 424	Re: I gotta leak, what will fix it? Sweet! Have fun building! and dont forget to show some pics of the build! __________________ 1968 LWB C10 "Project LADY EYE SORE" (She is my baby and sent me to the hospital 3 times for eye injuries lol) who said love hurts??

02-17-2010, 08:32 PM	#10
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: I gotta leak, what will fix it? Swagelok stuff is nice, but expensive. We use it at work. Good stuff. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

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