{"product_id":"vibrant-vanjen-aluminum-union-sleeve-for-2-5in-od-tubing-for-use-with-weld-fittings-part-12545","title":"Vibrant Vanjen Aluminum Union Sleeve for 2.5in OD Tubing (for use with Weld Fittings Part #12545)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e12565\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 690092168421\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant Vanjen Aluminum Union Sleeve for 2.5in OD Tubing (for use with Weld Fittings Part #12545)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum union sleeve creates secure modular connections in charge and exhaust piping systems using 2.5in OD tubing. Pair it with Vibrant weld fittings part 12545 for reliable slip-fit unions in custom turbo or exhaust setups on any vehicle. 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