Wabco 8938900740 Elbow with Locknut

Description

The Wabco 8938900740 Elbow with Locknut is a critical component used within air brake systems to connect tubing and facilitate the flow of compressed air. This fitting is commonly found in heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and buses. Constructed to OE specification, this elbow ensures a reliable and leak-free connection, contributing to the overall safety and efficiency of the braking system. Its dimensions are 27 x 50 x 40 mm, and it features M22 x 1.5 threads on both ends with a 27mm wrench size.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece connects sections of your air brake lines. Basically, it lets you turn the air lines at an angle – you can't just have straight lines running everywhere, right? The locknut tightens down and secures the connection so air doesn’t leak out. It’s a pretty simple part, but it’s gotta do its job reliably. It's part of the whole air brake system. That system is what stops big rigs, buses, and anything else with air brakes. The elbow is just one connection point, but every point matters. Air travels from the compressor, through the lines, to the brake chambers – and this elbow ensures that air gets where it needs to go without leaking. It’s kinda like a link in a chain – if one link fails, the whole thing is compromised.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, air brakes need to work every time, no question. A leak anywhere in the system means you lose braking power, and that’s obviously a big deal. This elbow, if it’s cracked, corroded, or just worn out, can be a source of that leak. You’ll notice if you start losing air pressure more often than you should, or if your brakes feel spongy. It’s a relatively inexpensive part, thankfully, and replacing it is a lot cheaper – and safer – than dealing with brake failure. You can find these elbows, and pretty much anything else you need for your air brake system, over at Fixparts Online. Just make sure you get the right size and thread for your setup.

Warranty Information

Wabco Elbow with Locknut (MPN 8938900740) comes with a 1-year warranty.