60 Degree Aluminum Bend, 2" O.D. - Polished

Tight engine bays leave little room for a sweeping bend, and the short radius on Vibrant 2814 is built for exactly that situation. This 60 degree aluminum bend has a 2.00 in O.D. and a 2.50 in centerline radius, only 1.25 times the tube diameter, so the turn happens in a compact space while the mandrel-formed wall keeps the passage round. Small-bore tubing in this size shows up on compact turbo four-cylinder charge pipes, bypass valve recirculation lines, intake extensions and aluminum coolant reroutes.

Specifications at a glance

• Material: 6061 aluminum, polished finish
• Tube O.D.: 2.00 in
• Wall: 0.070 in (1.8mm), per dealer spec sheets
• Centerline radius: 2.50 in
• Leg length: 6.00 in on each side
• Bend angle: 60 degrees

Cutting and fitting tips

The 6 in legs leave enough straight tube to trim, bead-roll and still fit a silicone coupler and clamp on each end. A 0.070 in wall gives a beginner a reasonable margin against burn-through when TIG welding at modest amperage, which makes this bend a friendly choice for a first intercooler pipe project. Cut with a fine-tooth blade or band saw, square the ends on a belt sander, and keep the polished surface taped while you work so clamps and vise jaws do not mark it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare with the 2.75 in Vibrant 2818?

Both are polished 6061 aluminum 60 degree bends, but 2818 has a 2.75 in O.D. and a much larger radius. Choose 2814 when the system runs 2 in tubing or the bend has to happen in a small space.

What silicone fits over a 2 in tube?

Any coupler or elbow with a 2.00 in I.D. slides over this bend, such as Vibrant's 2750 45 degree elbow. Pair each joint with a T-bolt clamp sized for 2 in.

Is it suitable for a boosted system?

Vibrant describes its aluminum mandrel tubing as suited to pressurized and naturally aspirated applications. Bead-roll the ends that take silicone couplers so the hose cannot walk off under boost.

Fitment: Universal. Confirm the sizes and thread types listed above against your application before ordering.