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Old Jan 13, 2022 | 05:30 PM
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AC condensor back to stock configuration

We are converting from a v-mount back to stock configuration.
The AC condensor gets mangled for a v-mount.

We need to bend the fitting in the pic back to stock position.
I have read about annealing which I am told is risky cause the
temp of the aluminum can get out of control.

Looking for advise on the best way to bend this back, and
if anyone has a used AC condensor and receiver hoses let me know.



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Old Jan 14, 2022 | 12:48 AM
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You don't bend it back. It will break. Your options are to cut and braze or get another one. Why would you downgrade from a v mount to stock mount?
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Old Jan 14, 2022 | 01:01 AM
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We want to go single turbo and the v mount ic was so large the turbo wouldn't fit.
it's not going back to completely stock configuration. We are using a setup from pettit racing.
Can you explain more about how to cut and braze it back on?

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Old Jan 14, 2022 | 01:22 AM
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You would cut the pipe off, position it at whatever angle you needed and then braze it back on. Its like soldering but with a rod and a torch
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Old Jan 14, 2022 | 09:52 AM
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Would I need some sort of sleeve to go around the pipe to braze it back on?
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Old Jan 14, 2022 | 10:14 AM
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You will not be the one to perform this action if you've never done it before. The risk is too high. Fit everything, make the cut, mock it up and take it somewhere. A hydraulic line shop, a dedicated ac shop (not a lube shop with ac in the name), or a plumber should be able to do it.
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