From:	eric smith	e-mail:	kwmxla2@verizon.net
Subject:	RE: RE: RE: Oil Line Ferrules	Date:	Fri Jul 27 17:49:47 2018
Response to:	6905

Bear in mind that the fitting itself has to have a receptive female angle (just like with humans). I make my own ferrules with an angle that matches the fitting. It's just like a valve, and valve seat; they have to match. This is the kind of stuff that makes a lathe a critical element to vintage motorcycle restoration, and maintenance. ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- I think that Tom Fichau makes these. Billk ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Dave: I am not sure exactly what you are looking for since I have not gotten that far. I have used this company for other antique motorcycle odds and ends. The fittings are pretty close but usually need a little working to be exact but better than starting from scratch. If these work and you find the correct sizes needed, please let me know your discoveries, thanks, Dan https://www.glrkennions.co.uk/union-nipples.html ----- ORIGINAL MESSAGE FOLLOWS ----- Does anyone have a source for the ferrules on the KJ oil lines? The ferrule on my tee-fitting to oil pressure gauge line done cracked. It was a "field-fitted" copper item, unlike the standard steel ferrule assembly. The sad story is here: http://www.highlandschapteramca.com/gallery/2018/2018-07-08/index.html This fitting can be made, but it would be a shame to spend hours and hours making one, if one could be readily bought for a few dollars somewhere. Any leads? Thanks, Dave Hennessey