Suggestions on extending the oil pickup tube?

Steve22

I just tried to install a CB thinline sump on my ghia, problem is, the pickup/filter setup from CB is spring loaded and is really VERY poorly designed. In other words -- it ain't gonna work. Before I go and re-invent the wheel, thought I'd see if anyone else has had this problem and how they solved it. I was thinking that since I only need about 2.5 inches, I might could use a high temp hose and clamp, but I'm open to any suggestion -- especially ones that let me use the CB filter since it is a much finer mesh than the stock VW one.
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The Noof · Samba Member Joined: January 25, 2005 Posts: 4346

I used the extension that was supplied with the deep sump, but tig welded it in.I don't trust the "hose clamp" thing.

Steve22 · Posted: Mon Jun 20, 2005 6:02 pm Post subject:

problem with that is, the "extension" from CB on the thinline is a rubber donut! kinda hard to weld rubber.
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The Noof · Samba Member Joined: January 25, 2005 Posts: 4346

Sorry, bro.Rubber IS hard to weld, but easy to burn...lol

vwracerdave · Posted: Mon Jun 20, 2005 6:28 pm Post subject:

You can buy a steel extension by itself from GeneBerg.com
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RIS · Posted: Mon Jun 20, 2005 9:14 pm Post subject:

I've used pieces of thinwall aluminum tent pole for oil sump pickups before. Have one on my backup 1835cc that's in my Bus right now, works perfect...
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Max Welton · Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2005 6:29 am Post subject:

So far I have not found an extension that fits as well as the Berg part. Measure your stock pickup diameter and order one. Trim the end as neccessary.

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Steve22 · Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2005 6:35 pm Post subject:

OK, got this one solved. Thanks for the input. If anyone should get a CB thinline with filter and need a solution, PM me.
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