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| ====== MityVac Vacuum Pump Function and Usage ====== | ====== MityVac Vacuum Pump Function and Usage ====== | ||
| - | + | See also in the Sportsterpedia; \\ | |
| - | + | [[techtalk:ref:wheels06#bleeding_the_brake_lines|Click here]] for the full article on bleeding brakes. \\ | |
| - | [[techtalk:ref:wheels06#bleeding_the_brake_lines|Click here]] for the full article on bleeding brakes in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | + | [[techtalk:evo:engctl01#voes_-_vacuum-operated_electric_switch|Click here]] for VOES testing with a MityVac. \\ |
| - | [[techtalk:evo:engctl01#voes_-_vacuum-operated_electric_switch|Click here]] for VOES testing with a MityVac in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | + | [[techtalk:evo:engctl03#tmap_-_temperature_manifold_absolute_pressure|Click here]] for MAP and TMAP sensor testing. \\ |
| - | [[techtalk:evo:engctl03#tmap_-_temperature_manifold_absolute_pressure|Click here]] for MAP and TMAP sensor testing in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | + | [[techtalk:evo:body02#vacuum_test_the_petcock|Click here]] for testing the fuel petcock. \\ |
| - | [[techtalk:evo:body02#vacuum_test_the_petcock|Click here]] for testing the fuel petcock in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | + | |
| A hand operated vacuum pump is a versatile tool that can be used to test a variety of automotive systems and perform a number of useful tasks. ((MityVac MV-8000 Operating Manual)) \\ | A hand operated vacuum pump is a versatile tool that can be used to test a variety of automotive systems and perform a number of useful tasks. ((MityVac MV-8000 Operating Manual)) \\ | ||
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| - The vacuum gauge can be useful for detecting a fluctuating vacuum supply or a leaky hose. | - The vacuum gauge can be useful for detecting a fluctuating vacuum supply or a leaky hose. | ||
| - 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. | ||
| + | - 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 https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-motor-engine/sportster-motorcycle-bottom-end/194722-crooked-crankcase#post4230741)) \\ 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 or the gauge accuracy may be affected. ((MityVac MV-8000 Operating Manual)) \\ | |
| - | Handle the vacuum pump carefully and do not or handle it roughly as 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. \\ | ||
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| ====== Dissecting the MityVac MV-8000 ====== | ====== Dissecting the MityVac MV-8000 ====== | ||
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| {{:techtalk:ref:tools:mityvac_mv8000_pic1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:mityvac_mv8000_pic1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | ||
