ISO - Finned tubing

Iateronmly · 08-April-04, 10:00 PM

I've searched and searched to no avail. So in desperation I make this thread.

I'm looking for finned tubing, commonly found in HVAC applications. Looks a little somethin' like the attached file. So if anyone knows where to purchase some in short lengths (4' length or less, 2" or so ID), hollar will yah?

davidkruta · 08-April-04, 10:02 PM

i second that. those would make some sick additions to a mod. HURRY PEOPLE!

Dimazz · 08-April-04, 10:04 PM

I have no idea where to find it but whats it for? Some super-neato WC experiment?

Iateronmly · 08-April-04, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dimazz


	I have no idea where to find it but whats it for? Some super-neato WC experiment?

Exactly.

NoSlak · 08-April-04, 10:26 PM

I found it for ya no probs, right HERE Lateron

Iateronmly · 08-April-04, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoSlak


	I found it for ya no probs, right HERE Lateron

It's ugly, it ain't got no powa, and I can built one bigger stronger and overpowered.

ZENNZZO · 08-April-04, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Iateronmly


	I can built one bigger stronger and overpowered.

You gotta quit talking to that zennzzo guy, man!

Red02 · 08-April-04, 11:27 PM

Look at the price seesh it would make any man cry!

Del · 08-April-04, 11:36 PM

Know anyone with a machine lathe? Buy a length of 3" aluminum, chuck it up, bore a 2" hole down the center. Now set up a 1/8" parting tool, plunge in 3/4", pull it out, dial over 1/4" and plunge in. Lather, rinse, repeat. Very tedious, but slick and custom made.

Obviously diameters can be different, plunge accordingly. You can probably go deeper grooves if in a low pressure setup (as explained is 1/4" wall thickness, 1/8" would be fine, maybe even less). Also, taking a nice even cut across the length first and then polishing with 320 grit paper will make a nice semi-polished-not-quite-brushed finish (I'd do this before the plunge-cutting of the grooves).

Wanna get really technical, use a four jaw chuck and off center the part. Bore a 7/8" hole down it. Now, chuck it off center the other way and bore a second 7/8" hole. Follow above procedure for increasing surface area. Cut threads on the last 1.5 inches, and make a hollow endcap to fit (with really shallow grooves to maintain the look). Now you've got a dual pass rad-tube (tuberator? nah, that sounds like a potato fridge). I've been wanting to build a set of these for over a year, but since I haven't started yet, I might as well share the idea. If you use it, lemme know how it works (I may decide to forget I ever had that idea if you don't have any luck!)

For the stuff you attached pics of, try a local hvac repair center. They may have leftovers in the scrap bin, or be willing to sell you a short section.

Iateronmly · 08-April-04, 11:51 PM

Nearest machining lathe I personally know of existing and and shop owner who would do it, is about 2,700 miles away.

AntiM · 09-April-04, 12:00 AM

http://www.gearainey.com/ServiceParts/Fin-Extruded.aspx
http://www.mcelroymfg.com/fintube/extruded.html

Iateronmly · 10-April-04, 03:27 AM

After much searching emailing, it's just gonna be to expensive to go that route... but I have a backup plan.

godfoot · 10-April-04, 03:29 AM

I just posted a thread about them but have you taken a look at these?

http://www.vortec.com/cold_air_tubes.php

08-April-04, 10:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
Iateronmly Smooth Operator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Eugene OR Posts: 5,256	ISO - Finned tubing I've searched and searched to no avail. So in desperation I make this thread. I'm looking for finned tubing, commonly found in HVAC applications. Looks a little somethin' like the attached file. So if anyone knows where to purchase some in short lengths (4' length or less, 2" or so ID), hollar will yah? Attached Thumbnails __________________ I'm the trouble starter, punkin' instigator.

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Dimazz Sk8-Hoe-r Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Chesterfield, MI Posts: 2,108	I have no idea where to find it but whats it for? Some super-neato WC experiment? __________________

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08-April-04, 11:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
Del Apex Master Tech Apprentice Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: San Berdoo, CA Posts: 270	Know anyone with a machine lathe? Buy a length of 3" aluminum, chuck it up, bore a 2" hole down the center. Now set up a 1/8" parting tool, plunge in 3/4", pull it out, dial over 1/4" and plunge in. Lather, rinse, repeat. Very tedious, but slick and custom made. Obviously diameters can be different, plunge accordingly. You can probably go deeper grooves if in a low pressure setup (as explained is 1/4" wall thickness, 1/8" would be fine, maybe even less). Also, taking a nice even cut across the length first and then polishing with 320 grit paper will make a nice semi-polished-not-quite-brushed finish (I'd do this before the plunge-cutting of the grooves). Wanna get really technical, use a four jaw chuck and off center the part. Bore a 7/8" hole down it. Now, chuck it off center the other way and bore a second 7/8" hole. Follow above procedure for increasing surface area. Cut threads on the last 1.5 inches, and make a hollow endcap to fit (with really shallow grooves to maintain the look). Now you've got a dual pass rad-tube (tuberator? nah, that sounds like a potato fridge). I've been wanting to build a set of these for over a year, but since I haven't started yet, I might as well share the idea. If you use it, lemme know how it works (I may decide to forget I ever had that idea if you don't have any luck!) For the stuff you attached pics of, try a local hvac repair center. They may have leftovers in the scrap bin, or be willing to sell you a short section. __________________ --Go away, or I'll replace you with a very small shell script--

08-April-04, 11:51 PM	#10 (permalink)
Iateronmly Smooth Operator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Eugene OR Posts: 5,256	Nearest machining lathe I personally know of existing and and shop owner who would do it, is about 2,700 miles away. __________________ I'm the trouble starter, punkin' instigator.

09-April-04, 12:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
AntiM Aqua Pimp Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: P-"hoe"-nix Posts: 3,947	http://www.gearainey.com/ServiceParts/Fin-Extruded.aspx http://www.mcelroymfg.com/fintube/extruded.html __________________

10-April-04, 03:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
Iateronmly Smooth Operator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Eugene OR Posts: 5,256	After much searching emailing, it's just gonna be to expensive to go that route... but I have a backup plan. Attached Thumbnails __________________ I'm the trouble starter, punkin' instigator.

10-April-04, 03:29 AM	#13 (permalink)
godfoot A George Orwell fan...sorta Join Date: May 2003 Location: "Truth is not determined by majority vote." Posts: 9,948	I just posted a thread about them but have you taken a look at these? http://www.vortec.com/cold_air_tubes.php __________________

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