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RE: air pump

To: <gsmith@cvn.net>
Subject: RE: air pump
From: Atwell Haines <carbuff@nac.net>
Date: Mon, 14 Jun 1999 20:53:03 -0400
At 12:21 AM 6/14/99 -0400, Gregory W. Smith wrote:
>So that's what it is... My bypass/decel vlve shot off in highway traffic,
>and I've covered the opening with electrical tape. Any idea on a fix, or
>replacement part source?

The Big Three vendors have the bypass valve, as does Spitbits.   Bad news-
they are a bit pricey, ~ 40 bucks IIRC.

I've looked inside them, they have a 'calibrated' spring (which seems to
weaken with age and temp) and a little diaphragm.   Lots of holes inside
too. WAY too much precision for an LBC.  8-/

I'd try and block it (temporarily) with a bit of metal ... that tape surely
can't be holding well!

Cheers,

Atwell



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