I have found a replacement water gauge for the Aristo Mikado. The original is a bit oversized 7mm X 1 threaded gauge.
Reeves in the UK makes an 8mm threaded gauge but they advised against drilling and tapping to that size with the original bushing.
The replacement I found from Coles Power Models is available in 1/4" and 5/16" sizes. At .312 I am hopeful there is sufficient material around the fitting to make it safe to D&T to that size.
Are there any specs or recommendations as to the amount of bushing material surrounding the fitting?
Thanks
Andre'
Reeves in the UK makes an 8mm threaded gauge but they advised against drilling and tapping to that size with the original bushing.
The replacement I found from Coles Power Models is available in 1/4" and 5/16" sizes. At .312 I am hopeful there is sufficient material around the fitting to make it safe to D&T to that size.
Are there any specs or recommendations as to the amount of bushing material surrounding the fitting?
Thanks
Andre'