Hey guys, I need help finding a 1/2" NPT "Left Hand" Tap. I'm trying to create a "turnbuckle" to connect my inner and outer tie rods on my manual steering rack (Pinto 71-73). I could use a conventional RH Tap, but that means when adjusting the toe I would need to disconnect it from the spindle.

Also is it a good idea to use jamb nuts on either side to keep it locked in position or is there something else that I should think about doing?

Thanks!

 

s&w race cars has the tap its not pipe thread tho....you don't want npt

 

Why not? Aren't NPT, UNC, etc. all the same? The original instructions say to weld one end to the rack and then cut the treaded end to fit and if need be re-tap with 1/2" NPT Right Hand Tap. I just cut a small piece off and then was going to use a Left Hand Tap in the other end instead of welding so I can adjust it without disconnecting it.

 

Ttt

 

npt pipe thread get tighter as you tighten it to seal the pipe connection, thats not what you need.....call a local machine shop or fab shop they have one and will probly thread it for you for free

 

Pipe taps won't help you and are sized differently than a regular tap. If you need taps I would suggest mscdirect.com. This is where we get most of our machining supplies for the shop.

 

msc is good or www.mcmaster.com