[TR] Brake pipe touching headers

[tfansher at comcast.net]

I had the same problem with the "4 pipe" headers - I heated mine with a torch and bent the header in away from the breakline.  Another solution is to use a "two pipe" header which is more narrow at the bottom. My 4 pipe header also would rub against the frame. There are probably other solutions, but that's what I did,
Tom
60 TR3A
61 TR3A
62 TR4
73 Stag

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From: "William C. Quincy" <wquincy at cox.net> 

> Greetings Listers, 
> 
> I have added stainless steel headers to my TR3A and new brake pipes. 
> With the bending tool I have to use, I have a brake pipe in direct 
> contact with the headers (where it attaches to the front union). I'm 
> sure this condition is not safe. 
> I've been told that 1/2 inch clearance will be OK but, I'm not 
> very comfortable with that. I'm thinking about moving the union 
> straight up with 3/4 inch spacer for starters. 
> I'd be interested in the list's opinions and experience. 
> 
> Bill Quincy 
> Wichita, Ks. 
> TR3A TS69623L 
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