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Old 04-30-2016 | 09:09 AM
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Just curious: Newer Gil risers have a small nipple on the underside of the pipe- what's it for?
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Old 04-30-2016 | 01:14 PM
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All the Merc Gils had it as well. It connects to the top of the manifold. Reduces steam pockets.
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