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Take a file (or [[Dremel]], [[lathe]], whatnot), and remove the lip from the inside of a bushing. This allows the pipe to go through the reducing bushing.
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Bushing modification refers to removing the stop built into a reducing or hub [[bushing]], so that a pipe may freely pass through.  This is commonly done when fabricating [[coaxial]] cannons and [[piston valve]]s.
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Several methods exist that can be used to remove the lip from a bushing.  One of the easiest ways is to use a Dremel or other rotary tool.  Sandpaper or a file can also be used.
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The best method of doing this is to remove only portions of the lip at a time. Check the pipe inside the bushing periodically until it will fit.
  
This is done to allow [[co-axial]] launcher construction.
 
Bushing in black:
 
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Latest revision as of 19:46, 25 March 2009

Bushing modification refers to removing the stop built into a reducing or hub bushing, so that a pipe may freely pass through. This is commonly done when fabricating coaxial cannons and piston valves.

Several methods exist that can be used to remove the lip from a bushing. One of the easiest ways is to use a Dremel or other rotary tool. Sandpaper or a file can also be used.

The best method of doing this is to remove only portions of the lip at a time. Check the pipe inside the bushing periodically until it will fit.