John Klun wrote:

> Todd-
>
> How about a plumbing supply store?  They might have what you're looking
> for...
>
> Todd Last wrote:
>
> > Does anyone know where you can find METAL caps for the Shrader valves on
> > the A/C compressor?
> > I'd like to upgrade my plastic ones to metal. I've looked at the local
> > FLAPS and they don't seem to have them.
> >
> > thanks
> >
> > Todd
> > '88 Westy

If we're talking about the original R-12 fittings, the threads are ordinary
SAE (non-metric) bolt threads of some size or other.  I don't think pipe
threads would match.
   The R-134a quick-connect fittings have threads only on the inside.  Don't
know what type or size.

Larry A.