Is there a tool that can make the expanded ring at the end of a pipe? If not, is this ring strictly necessary? I see it on all the coolant pipes, but the inlet/outlet pipes to the radiator don't have such a ring and it doesn't leak.
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I believe that's called (or used to be) a 'Marman Bead'
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Don't know much about it beyond that - I always thought it was to keep the hose from sliding off under pressure (with clamp).
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The Marman clamp, devised to secure two cylindrical surfaces end-to-end, has earned a unique place in tube fabrication. Although it’s not always easy to form, the Marman bead is a robust, airtight seal suitable for many applications, and is often used for diesel engine exhaust systems.
Don't know much about it beyond that - I always thought it was to keep the hose from sliding off under pressure (with clamp).
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Yes there is. It’s called a bead roller.
What pipe are you referring to that doesn’t have? I have never seen any OE application pipe without one. You can get by in a pinch as a trail fix but not recommended.
What pipe are you referring to that doesn’t have? I have never seen any OE application pipe without one. You can get by in a pinch as a trail fix but not recommended.
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Marmon Flange is for exhaust. Usually on turbo exhaust housings.
Graham tool is the best tradeoff between economics and functionality:
Unfortunately, there is a size for 1/4" and 5/16", next up 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", then 3/4" and 1". About $260 list, each.
You need to hold the tube in a vise (they sell a plastic clamp jaw insert), and rotate this tool around the tube, similar to using a tubing cutter.
Unfortunately, there is a size for 1/4" and 5/16", next up 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", then 3/4" and 1". About $260 list, each.
You need to hold the tube in a vise (they sell a plastic clamp jaw insert), and rotate this tool around the tube, similar to using a tubing cutter.
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I'm trying to make a heater pipe for my rig. The pipe is discontinued.
What size pipe/tubing are you thinking about adding a bead roll?
I used tools like this for fuel lines in the past.
I used tools like this for fuel lines in the past.
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I understand, but you said you’ve seen radiator pipes without beads and I’m just curious which specifically you are talking about.
Ive done this a few times.
This style tool is decent but usually wear out after one or two uses from my experience.
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These are much better. I am assuming you are using 5/8” material.
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What riig? Have you tried a want ad in the classiest section? Seems like a lot of work for one time use.
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I was mistaken. It's always beaded.
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Yes this style is good.
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Anything wrong with using aluminum? I was thinking either aluminum or copper.
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I would recommend thin-wall stainless. I can make and TIG weld the tabs on it for you if want
Yes there is, they are sized by the pipe diameter
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I’m all for making a new pipe but in case you need one - I’ve got spares.