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Subject:Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
From:Mike Collum
Date:Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:27:58 -0500

If you fail to find new ones you can always anneal the old ones so
they're soft again.  Place them on a brick and, using a torch, heat them
until they're orange then let them cool naturally.  After that they'll
seal just like new ones.

Mike

Allan Streib wrote:
> I need an M14 and M16 sized copper crush washer to reconnect the low
> and high side fittings on my new power steering rack.  The one web
> site I found that lists them does not process orders for less than
> $25.
>
> Anyone know a good place to get these?  I've tried local hardware and
> a few auto parts stores.  Will check NAPA today but not holding out a
> lot of hope based on results elsewhere.
>
> Allan
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> '91 Vanagon GL
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