Dented / Dropped Oxygen Regulator fix?

dirtybear7 · Feb 21, 2011

So, while cleaning up after a longish brew day I dropped my oxygen regulator on the floor. The tank was not attached, it was just the regulator. It is now slightly dented the bottom opening near the treads and will no longer screw on to the tank. Here is the same regulator http://www.williamsbrewing.com/OXYGEN_REGULATOR_P2744C106.cfm. The dent is on the outside, making the shape a little less than circular. I'd love to fix the one I have, especially because I've only used it twice.

Anyone know a good/safe way to bang out this dent? or do I need to pony up another $20.00?

Thanks in advance

DakotaPrerunner · Feb 21, 2011

How many threads are damaged? You may be able to file the entire bottom until the damaged threads are removed. Just be sure there are enough left to safely thread onto the bottle. have any pictures of the damage?

dirtybear7 · Feb 21, 2011

Here is a link to a photo. The threads are actually fine. It is dented on the outside bottom edge almost opposite the nozzle. It is right at the opening. It is only a slight dent, but it is enough to keep it from srewing on to the tank.

dirtybear7 · Feb 21, 2011

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I'm not sure if I can add a photo right to the post, but here is a try.

DakotaPrerunner · Feb 21, 2011

If it where mine I would chuck it in the lathe and see if I could cut new threads. you might be able to gently squeeze it in a vise, use a soft brass drift punch or hardwood dowel and hammer to try and work it back to round. You might be better off buying a new one depending on your tool supply.

dirtybear7 · Feb 21, 2011

Ha Success!!!!

I used a buffer like i think you were suggesting with the wood dowel. I used the back of a pliers that is covered in rubber. I placed that on the inside over the threads, than I wacked at it with a hammer a few times. It did the trick without damaging the threads. I was able to get it srewed on to the o2 tank using vise grip pliers. After a few turns on and off that way, it is now working more smoothly. That's $20.00 saved that can go towards some grain.