Break Coupling design prior to 1972 head casting build dates consist of a 2-piece Brass interlocking Coupling that threads onto matting thread ends of the upper and lower stem. During the production year 1972 the break coupling was changed to a thread-less 1-piece Steel Break Coupling that connects to thread-less end upper and lower operating rods with hole locations for clevis and cotter pin coupling. This change in break coupling design also reflected a change in the Upper and Lower Stem build. When ordering a Hydrant Extension make sure you are ordering the correct version Extension Stem. |