It is best to use atf to libricate the solenoids and cylinders. Generally
atf is compatible with rubbers and plastics used in the solenoids, cups in
the cylinders and tubing. Kim
>Vinny,
>From what I've learned, mineral and corrosion deposits from moisture can be
>the source of a few gremlins too. With all the air discharged, you can
>remove the solenoid plungers and spray some WD40 both in the main housing
>and the plunger assembly (spring, seat, O ring, etc.) removing any deposits
>and lubricating the assembly. Do NOT over tighten when re-installing as
>the O ring seal may fail. I did this and it fixed a temperamental door so
>the spare solenoid I purchased is still that, a spare.
>Also, there is a lubricating hole on each main door air cylinder, so you
>can
>add a FEW drop of light grade oil there too, or a quick spray lube. Don't
>get carried away, or you'll have oily spray on the interior of your B when
>the door closes.
>Hope this helps,
>stephan #2821
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "High Tech Coatings" <htc@MNSi.Net>
>To: <VJCapece4@cs.com>
>Cc: "bricklin" <Bricklin@autox.team.net>
>Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2000 11:00 AM
>Subject: Re: (no subject)
>
>
> > Vinny: the first thing to check is for battery power. If there is not
>enough
> > power in the battery the solenoids will not open and allow the air into
>the
> > cylinders. If you have enough battery check for power at the switches
>and
> > solenoids and fix any electrical gremlins. next you should check that
>the
> > door latches are releasing by trying to lift the door while the switch
>is
> > pressed, then fix these electrical gremlins. Once all these systems are
> > working and the doors still don't activate then it is in the air
>cylinders
> > or delivery system(solenoids).
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: <VJCapece4@cs.com>
> > To: <bricklin@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2000 8:38 AM
> > Subject: (no subject)
> >
> >
> > > I have the air door system that was installed by Terry Tanner. I have
>not
> > > started my Brick in 4 years and will do this week. When I filled the
>air
> > tank
> > > I got no response from the doors. I am sure I have to do some
>maintenance,
> > > any suggestions where I should start. Thanks for any help you can
>provide.
> > >
> > > Vinny
> > > 504
> > >
> >
> >
>
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