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Dang Washer Pumps 200 1981

posted by  Volvodad on  Sun Dec 18 06:35 CST 2005
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Randy's comprehensive instructions are the ultimate solution to a stuck pump, but perhaps try this shortcut first - this worked fine for me.

Remove the bottom cover plate on the pump (very carefully, the rubber gasket is old, tired, and almost certainly stuck to one or both surfaces). Ensure the gasket is off the pump body for the next step.

Place the main body of the pump with its now-exposed gears in a small plastic (eg: margarine) tub of vinegar. The vinegar is a weak acid (acetic) and will gradually dissolve the scale and mineral deposits that are the likely reason for stuck gears.

After a day or so in this bath, remove the pump and work the gears gently to free them up. If OK, reassemble with the aforementioned grease on the gasket. If not OK - carry on, using Randy's procedure.

Plug in the wiring connector and briefly dry-test the pump. If the pump runs, reinstall.
--
Bob (son's 81-244GL B21F/M46, dtr's 83-244DL B23F/M46, my 94-944 B230FD; hobbycar 77 MGB, and a few old motorcycles)






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