Axle Breather Fittings

[DBrands]

The breather on my rear axle has been damaged and I would like to replace it. Does anyone know of a local source for 1/8" bsp fittings to replace it with?

I see that I can order a whole push fit kit from the UK, but really only need the one fitting. Should I try a local pneumatic supply?

Thanks for any insight.

David

[swamijake]

bigger home depots, can tire doesnt have much, wolseley plumbing, alder auto

1/8 bsp is fairly common.

[DBrands]

The breather on my rear axle has been damaged and I would like to replace it. Does anyone know of a local source for 1/8" bsp fittings to replace it with?

I see that I can order a whole push fit kit from the UK, but really only need the one fitting. Should I try a local pneumatic supply?

Thanks for any insight.

David

Okay, so it looks like I have found a couple possible options after a bit of internet searching.

Pirtek Fluid Systems on Annacis Island and Precision Bearing in Abbotsford both appear to stock suitable fittings.

[red90]

NPT and BSP are almost the same in the 1/8" size. You could just run a 1/8" NPT tap in to clean the threads and use a more common fitting.

[mepham55]

I bought my axle breathes on eBay. Just search for 1/8 BSP air brush fittings with a 6mm push fitting. I think I paid $5 shipped for 3.

Matt

[ANDYD]

Maybe a good time to install breather tubing up high in the engine bay if you haven't already done that....