Air Pack nomenclature question

[WTF D00D]

So I went to change the brake light pressure switch and it broke off, tried an easy out but things were froze too bad so I'm looking to just get a new 1 1/2" nut that the brake light sensor switch screws into, whats that nut called?

I've looked in TM's but couldn't find it. Since I will have to bleed everything a link to the proper TM for bleeding would be nice if anyone knows it off hand.

Thanks a ton in advance guys...

 

[doghead]

You'll need to source a new end cap from a used air pack. That is not a part that is commonly available separately.

I would remove the broken part by taking the end cap off the air pack, put it in a vise and slowly drill it out, or use an easy out. Then re-tap the threads and reinstall it.

Bleeding is covered in the -20 TM.

 

[WTF D00D]

well, I tried. I may have taken a little too much out and after tapping it out she don't get tight enough. I thought about tapping it larger and using a sleeve but wasn't sure if that would affect the switch at all and since its brakes I figured I may as well do it right or I might wind up rolling over someone.

Thanks for the bleeding TM.

 

[WTF D00D]

and since its like 480 bucks for a new Air Pack...lol...

 

[doghead]

I would not be too worried about using a pipe bushing. Or, you could go one size large and use a pipe plug, then convert to an air operated switch.


It would be simple to just change out the end, if you can find one close by. I'm not sure who all is in your area.

 

[gimpyrobb]

First off, is this a new or old style airpack? I have parts if you can post a pic.

 

[WTF D00D]

Ill get some pics, pretty sure its old style.

 

[WTF D00D]

here's a pic...

 

[gimpyrobb]

I got those. PM sent.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Where is that cone shaped thing at the top of the pic? I got the switch and the big plug, but I'm not sure where that cone is at.

 

[DeucesWild11]

I would drill it out, tap it and plug it. Then do the brake switch upgrade so that the switch is on the Air side and not the Hydraulic end. This is much safer and was a published upgrade that was suggested for safety reasons.. It's a relatively cheap upgrade and will give you a little extra piece of mind. I think Saturn Surplus or Eriks has the upgrade kit.

I broke mine off as well but was able to get it out. I was told to do the upgrade while it was out and did, and I am glad I did..

 

[WTF D00D]

Thanks for all the help guys, gimpyrob sent me one with good threads, plugged the new sensor in, bled the brakes and good to go...

I already ordered the upgrade kit for it so if this one goes I'll throw that on.