AndrewE

Hose I am using is -3 so 3.56 mm ID

I am not sure how much a restriction down to 2mm will do but Nick has offered to provide part details (thanks Nick)

Andrew

Thanks all - the guys at Think think it is 3/8 UNF 

If I am using an NRV should I still think about the 'restrictive' fitting that goes into the cam cover - won't the NRV perform a similar function?​

Ref The_ASH I thought the tope hose to cam cover was an AIR breather so shouldn't be having a full flow of oil?

So I have most of the bits needed but I am still struggling to identify the thread size of the top boss on the apollo tank

it is not 1/8 BSP or 3/8 BSF

Can anyone help tell me what it is?

Superb, many thanks

Andrew

Thanks Steve, yes

Is there a specific location for the bulkhead fitting into the cam cover ?

Thanks Steve

I gave mine a blow and eventually it opened up one way

Andrew

Thanks, I also resorted to google and found it shown as M20 x 1.5 

Will go and measure the thread (and may do the 'take plug from diff' method)

Thanks again

Next thread to work out is the top breather hose connection. It doesn't seem to be JIC or metric so could be BSP as per the temp sender

Quoting Wrightpayne 'from memory the drain plug is the same as the sierra diff fill plug.' 

These seem NLA - are there alternatives for bottom Apollo tank plug or does anyone know the thread size?

Thanks Steve,

I have read of some fitting it direct to cam cover although i suspect in line imay be better (especially as you can secure it somewhere and there is less strain on the cover)

Does yours have any markings?

Thanks

I have the tank plus the sandwich plate and two large hoses (although they have 90 degree fittings both ends so may be from a LHD car)

I also have what I believe is a NRV* so now just need to make up the top hose - not sure whether to mount NRV direct to Apollo tank top fitting or direct to cam cover. I assume with NRV I do not need a restricted bulkhead fitting. So what I would like to know what is the thread size of the top tank hole?

* What I think is a NRV looks like the images on Think Automotive but has the word HINGE stamped on one of the flats on the hexagonal end pieces - is that to tell me that that end is the INLET end?

Finally is there an easy way of finding out the thread size without resorting to detailed measuring and my Zeus chart?

Thanks

What do you mean by -3

Also is there anything special with the bulkhead fitting? I heard there was some sort of restrictor in it - I plan to use a non-return valve so maybe that's not an issue

Still available.

Make an offer........

Need some help to identify some bits for Apollo Tank set up (K series)

Can anyone advise part number / spec for following

1. Magnetic Drain Plug

2. Fittings for cam-cover end of breather hose

3. Breather hose to cam cover (just the hose not the fittings)

thanks

Andrew 

Yep, I'll PM you Stephen

Cheers Stephen!

Stephen, I have an imperial chassis. 

I will be back for more info as I am building up a kit of parts as I want to include the non return valve on the top vent hose to cam cover

I have asked in a separate thread but does anyone have a template for the bottom mount bracket?

Interesting as I'm planning to go R888Rs 

Was it a significant drop and a particularly long corner?

As a separate question does any one have a template drawing of the lower ally mounting plate?

Andrew

Thanks for quick responses Jon and Paul. Mind at rest and will go for Apollo 

I gather hose routing is fun

Hi I am planning to do a few track days and sprints in my 1.6K Supersport. Currently wet-sumped.

Without going full dry sump is an Apollo tank good enough ?

Which part are you having trouble with Charlie.

I'm not able to pop over but have recently fitted on to my S3. The biggest challenge was the front fitting where I needed to loosen the top of the passenger side panel by drilling out the six top rivets and ease ot the panel so you can locate the mounting thread which is welded on the chassis side members. It can be found in the passenger side of the cockpit approximately one inch below the point at which the dashboard tube is welded to the top of the chassis rail. You'll then have to slowly make a hole in the panel ensuring it lines up with the mounting thread. Do not over drill this as you need just enough to get the 7/16" stud to fit (it may be a different size on a metric chassis). Buy a cheap hole plug to cover hole when not using the petty strut 

I may have some pictures somewhere but PM if you want to talk it through

Andrew

Mine (also seen in LF this month)!

£40 including UK postage

Unused still in wrapping

These are £26 each from Caterham

mite be right?

I drilled through the pedal and then fed the cable through front hole then through a brass cable nipple that is just smaller than the throttle pedal tube then through rear hole. Screw in the brass nipple holds cable tight. I also placed a small section of silicon hose under the cable at the front entry hole