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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 | + | - 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 |
| ===== Proper Care and Maintenance ===== | ===== Proper Care and Maintenance ===== | ||
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| Handle the vacuum pump carefully or 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. \\ | ||
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| ====== Dissecting the MityVac MV-8000 ====== | ====== Dissecting the MityVac MV-8000 ====== | ||
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