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ChukiRPS13 · 08-28-2006, 12:03 AM

Those with the Blitz LM FMIC please help!

So my Blitz FMIC for the s13 SR didn't come with any english instructions, however everything was straight forward. The only problem I've encountered is the nipple fitting that comes with the kit does not fit well onto the lower hotpipe.

The fitting itself quite obviously fits onto the welded bung on the lower hotpipe, but it's very difficult to screw in. I've only gotten the fitting screwed in about half way with a wrench and I'm afraid to torque it down to the point that the bung on the lower hotpipe cracks.

Here's a pic of the nipple fitting:

And here's a pic of the bung/lower hotpipe:

johngriff · 08-28-2006, 12:08 AM

check the threads with a thread checking tool, then you will have your answer.

slider2828 · 08-29-2006, 11:08 AM

Hmmm weird I didn't have that problem

kensreliableb18b · 08-29-2006, 11:22 AM

i dont remember encountering this problem either. does it initially thread in easily? as in the first few turns

fakts13 · 08-30-2006, 02:01 AM

that fitting has a "pipe thread" which means it tapers and tightens on itself and uses either teflon tape or thread sealant to seal instead of an o-ring or washer on a regular(standard or metric thread fitting). as long as you can turn the first couple of turns by hand, you aren't cross threading it. don't know a torque spec you should tighten to, but very snug should be good enough if you have enough teflon tape or i usually thread sealant or silicone sealer on the threads.

08-28-2006, 12:03 AM	#1
ChukiRPS13 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: COLD NORTH Posts: 29 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Blitz LM FMIC Nipple Fitting Simple Problem S13 SR Those with the Blitz LM FMIC please help! So my Blitz FMIC for the s13 SR didn't come with any english instructions, however everything was straight forward. The only problem I've encountered is the nipple fitting that comes with the kit does not fit well onto the lower hotpipe. The fitting itself quite obviously fits onto the welded bung on the lower hotpipe, but it's very difficult to screw in. I've only gotten the fitting screwed in about half way with a wrench and I'm afraid to torque it down to the point that the bung on the lower hotpipe cracks. Here's a pic of the nipple fitting: And here's a pic of the bung/lower hotpipe: __________________ You know, like nunchuck skills, bowhunting skills, computer hacking skills... Girls only want boyfriends who have great skills.

08-28-2006, 12:08 AM	#2
johngriff Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 4,103 Trader Rating: (4) Rides Gallery: johngriff Feedback Score: 4 reviews	check the threads with a thread checking tool, then you will have your answer. __________________ [email protected]

08-29-2006, 11:08 AM	#3
slider2828 Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 6,040 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	Hmmm weird I didn't have that problem

08-29-2006, 11:22 AM	#4
kensreliableb18b Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: so cal - 626, 909, 562 and 949. 818 if i feel like running away Posts: 945 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	i dont remember encountering this problem either. does it initially thread in easily? as in the first few turns

08-30-2006, 02:01 AM	#5
fakts13 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: socal Posts: 245 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	that fitting has a "pipe thread" which means it tapers and tightens on itself and uses either teflon tape or thread sealant to seal instead of an o-ring or washer on a regular(standard or metric thread fitting). as long as you can turn the first couple of turns by hand, you aren't cross threading it. don't know a torque spec you should tighten to, but very snug should be good enough if you have enough teflon tape or i usually thread sealant or silicone sealer on the threads.