| Author | Message | ||
     Randy Roberson New User Username: wascator Post Number: 8 Registered: 5-2009 |
Hi, I find I have one brake light which comes on after one pump; one never goes out. We know what this means due to reading too much. I am gathering up blanking plugs, getting ready to remove accumulators for a shop visit. I have plenty of nitrogen but no tools to dismantle the spheres. I assume they have to be shipped back from a shop (in theUSA) uncharged; what is the correct fitting to connect to the charge port? Regards, Randy | ||
| David Gore Moderator Username: david_gore Post Number: 950 Registered: 4-2003 |
It is my understanding the accumulators are always returned fully charged. I would expect the overhauling shop to do a "leak-down" test before shipping to make sure they are fit for installation. (Message edited by david_gore on 15 April 2010) | ||
| Paul Yorke Grand Master Username: paul_yorke Post Number: 572 Registered: 6-2006 |
Randy, we and the suppliers I know always ship them fully charged and ready to fit. No problems that I have heard of with doing this. Make sure your old units are good - none of the three assembly holes are damaged, the thread is good, the charge cap, and the "pressure warning tab" is complete or surcharges may be applied. Hold the accumulator in your hand and 'TAP' the valve to remove it from the accumulator. (cover pipe holes with a cloth to prevent brake fluid spurting out) | ||
| Randy Roberson Experienced User Username: wascator Post Number: 11 Registered: 5-2009 |
Wholesale overhaul is what I will do, I am getting a parts list together. The parts costs I have found seem reasonable, mostly, and availability is great.Dampers, ball joints, and pins/bushes. I found a great hydraulic jack: a double-piston affair with about a 15 inch stroke, which should be great for removing the front springs; about US $28 |
