Keith Browning Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Has anybody found a source for these fittings? I am doing a lot of trans lines on 6.0L trucks with Torqshifts that these fittings are permanently locked. The only way to obtain the fittings (that screw into the filter housing) is to replace the entire fuel filter housing. They are on major backorder aside from the fact that it is silly that they are not available separately. The ones I need are 1/2" Anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy_M Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Honestly I've never paid attention other than knowing they are 1/2" line, is the other end pipe or o-ring boss thread? Maybe this is the right style to work: http://www.dormanproducts.com/p-67153-800-617.aspx?parttype=Transmission%20Oil%20Cooler%20Connector&origin=keyword Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 Yes, that LOOKS like it but without the specifications on the thread I won't know for sure. But, this is good, maybe my parts manager will order one so we can see if it fits... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy_M Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Another one to add, are the radiator quick connects the same (base 7D273)? Just another option to check and try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 I believe that they are. Out parts guys have been selling filter housings (cheaper than a radiator) to local shops and they have been transferring the fittings over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 No go on the Dorman 800-617. It looks almost identical. We had one delivered. The 1/2" line size is correct but the 5/8 threaded end is a smidge too small by maybe 1/8" and has a finer thread pitch than the filter housing fitting. Saaaawinggggg and a miss... well, maybe this was a foul ball. LOL! So we continue to search. It HAS to be available somewhere! Where is Larry - he has a knack for hunting this kind of thing down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8WA Sman Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I have not found a source for the fittings yet but I have this tool http://asttool.com/detail_page.php?tool_number=8023 and it works much better than the plastic Ford tool. Those wouldn't happen to be the same as the fittings on a 6.4 external trans filter by any chance? So far this is the only thing I have found and I don't think the one's needed are in this list http://www.fitzall.com/cooler_line_fittings.php Also for the trans quick connect fittings (Jiffy Tite)with clip on the outside these are great http://www.lislecorp.com/divisions/products/?product=527 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy57 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I completely understand snap to connect fittings in an assembly scenario. Easy, no tools, no threads to damge, nothing to overthighten, and feedback(click) to know that is connected. What I don't understand is the variety of styles. I am not aware of any on any make that do not work and stay sealed. There are some with plastic clips that do age and crack. The fittings in this thread are some of the worst from a servce standpoint and they hold dust and dirt too readily. Jiffy-Tite style don't seem to hold any advantages either other than for tool sellers to have yet one more thing to sell. The lock spring style as used on a/c lines hold and are easier to get crud out of if it collects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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