antman89 Member 17 Member For: 17y 10m 18d Posted 28/09/09 09:27 PM Share Posted 28/09/09 09:27 PM Hey I purchased a 2nd hand gt3540 for my ba fairmont project and its missing the nipple that sits in the hole on the front of the compressor. just wondering if its a common part I could buy some where or if I can get it somewhere. im in adelaide but willing to find australia wide thanks Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
senna_T Forged Member Lifetime Members 15,818 Member For: 18y 4m 11d Gender: Male Location: SW Sydney Posted 28/09/09 10:07 PM Share Posted 28/09/09 10:07 PM Not sure about suppliers in SA, but if you check out GCG Turbochargers online they should be able to supply you the part Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-937587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky N Member 93 Member For: 16y 2m 26d Gender: Male Location: QLD Posted 29/09/09 09:18 AM Share Posted 29/09/09 09:18 AM Standard part that can be bought from any hose supply shop Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-937821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick9740 Member Member 42 Member For: 17y 5m 24d Gender: Male Posted 29/09/09 11:52 AM Share Posted 29/09/09 11:52 AM try ford or a turbo shop. Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-937933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHANTMXR6 It's not a MKI! Member 1,742 Member For: 16y 11m 30d Gender: Male Location: Earth Posted 29/09/09 12:05 PM Share Posted 29/09/09 12:05 PM As already mentioned, Ryco, Enzed or any hose supplier will probably be cheaper than a turbo specialist or direct from Ford. Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-937941 Share on other sites More sharing options...
antman89 Member 17 Member For: 17y 10m 18d Posted 30/09/09 06:26 AM Author Share Posted 30/09/09 06:26 AM thanks for the replys, Contacted GCG Turbos and they can supply the part new for $25 plus postage, I will search around no rush dont need yet as turbo isnt in car yet. Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-938180 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHANTMXR6 It's not a MKI! Member 1,742 Member For: 16y 11m 30d Gender: Male Location: Earth Posted 30/09/09 10:43 PM Share Posted 30/09/09 10:43 PM $25!!!!!!!!Mate if you pay more than $5 plus postage you're getting ripped off.Try one of the companies I've mentioned for a price comparison. You'll be surprised. Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-938529 Share on other sites More sharing options...
antman89 Member 17 Member For: 17y 10m 18d Posted 01/10/09 08:42 AM Author Share Posted 01/10/09 08:42 AM Does any one have some size and info on it so makes easy to explain what I want? thanks I thought it was a bit much Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-938773 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdcustom Member 44 Member For: 16y 7m 10d Gender: Male Posted 07/10/09 09:07 AM Share Posted 07/10/09 09:07 AM 1/8th npt x 3/16 barb , try enzed, and air tool shop, cost $2.50 Link to comment https://www.fordxr6turbo.com/forum/topic/62076-need-gt3540-compressor-nipple/#findComment-940851 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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