A metal valve stem would work, I have a drawer full of them. I still have my plastic one for 4-5 years now...replaced the screw once since I put it in.

If you guys need the factory "T"...I see them all the time when I hit the junkyard. Some are like new. I'll grab them when they look good.

 

Height?

 

It's overkill, but simple 1/8" NPT threads and bobs your uncle. I wouldn't spend $18.99 like on the site below. This style valve (or very similar) is used in baseboard/hydronic home heating systems so it's off to HD, Lowe's or plumbing supply store!!!
> https://www.yourcustomcar.com/coolan...der-valve.html

And if you want the "brake bleeder screw" option get one like in pic 1. That is a "Brake Caliper Bleed Screw Repair Kit" from any auto parts store, summit racing, etc. Uses the same 1/8" NPT threads.
NAPA : #UP BF117 OR something like a DORMAN: # 13196

 

 

I do notice the hose on the left in the picture...mine curves down not across and down like yours does.

 

https://smile.amazon.com/Vermont-Ame...2F4%22+npt+tap

Just grab this and tap the tee yourself if you want to add a bleed screw. Then you can even take the bleed screw out of the factory tee and plug it in, or grab a brass one like this:

https://smile.amazon.com/Anderson-Me...F4%22+npt+plug

Any auto parts store should carry that brass plug and any hardware store worth their salt should have the tap. Hell, auto parts store might even have the tap. Should be a 15 minute job.

 

I already have the tap etc...I just never had a problem with the T except when I wore out the grooves for the screwdriver. I haven't needed to bleed much so I don't really have the need to change it. I do like the one that is posted here though, it looks really pro.

 

 

Hate to say this...but if this is truly the case...you've definitely, by a long shot, hands down, unenquizocally, without a shread of doubt...bought the wrong vehicle...lol.

 

Did my second bleed this morning and checked the height, I was mistaken at thinking there was 1". It appears that this tee actually sits at the same height as the alt. I suppose you could put the valve on the back side or check to see what the gap is with the hood closed but, I have video games to play and not too worried about it as I doubt I will need the bleed valve.