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techtalk:ref:tools160 [2020/08/12 00:26] hippysmack [MityVac Vacuum Pump Function and Usage] |
techtalk:ref:tools160 [2020/08/12 07:26] hippysmack [Proper Care and Maintenance] |
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| - It can be used to test vacuum operated petcocks. | - It can be used to test vacuum operated petcocks. | ||
| - It can be used to keep a constant vacuum on a vacuum operated petcock to drain the fuel tank. | - It can be used to keep a constant vacuum on a vacuum operated petcock to drain the fuel tank. | ||
| + | - On cases with oil seepage along the case half seal, a MityVac has been used to apply a vacuum to the breathers (in the heads) for an external sealer application. ((aswracing of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=5698818)) \\ Carefully clean area to be sealed (lacquer thinner) and then externally apply a quality case half sealer like Three Bond. \\ The vacuum helps pull it into the seam. | ||
| ===== Proper Care and Maintenance ===== | ===== Proper Care and Maintenance ===== | ||
| - | Handle the vacuum pump carefully and do not or handle it roughly as the gauge accuracy may be affected. ((MityVac MV-8000 Operating Manual)) \\ | + | Handle the vacuum pump carefully or the gauge accuracy may be affected. ((MityVac MV-8000 Operating Manual)) \\ |
| Silicone oil is suggested to lubricate the pump / O-rings if needed. \\ | Silicone oil is suggested to lubricate the pump / O-rings if needed. \\ | ||
| DOT 5 brake fluid (silicone based) or vegetable salad oil can also be used as lubricant in absence of silicone oil. \\ | DOT 5 brake fluid (silicone based) or vegetable salad oil can also be used as lubricant in absence of silicone oil. \\ | ||
