Thanks Josh, I would see the condition of the 200Fg after the removal of the drain and fittings. It may be better to replace the entire unit. I saw for sale @ $120. Hoping to hear about using the newer spin on types as I have heard they are messy to change. BTW...some handy mods on your video. Tom
On Sun, Apr 29, 2018 at 10:27 PM, Josh Muckley via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I'm a big fan of the 200FG. I've completely rebuilt mine with all new > o-rings and I have plenty of the cost effective cartridges. Despite being > discontinued the cartridges are still extremely available. I modified mine > with a vacuum gauge and a vent/bleed valve. As for your stuck drain valve, > mine is plastic and has never gotten stuck...though I don't use it very > often. You might try McMaster-Carr for a replacement fitting. Straight > thread not tapered. I can help if you need. I may have a metal drain > valve laying around too. If you think you might want it, let me know. > > https://youtu.be/H-GI38vE4hQ > > Josh Muckley > S/V Sea Hawk > 1989 C&C 37+ > Solomons, MD > > On Sun, Apr 29, 2018, 9:36 PM tom via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: > >> Hello Everybody, >> >> I have an old Raycor 200FG that takes replacement cartridges from the top >> on my Yanmar 2 GMF. >> >> The bottom clean out valve is frozen and the hose fittings need attention. >> >> This model has been replaced with newer screw on from the bottom styles. >> >> Wondering what experiences owners have had comparing the old and new. Are >> these newer styles easier/better than the old drop in filter that I have or >> should I just repair the old? >> >> Thanks much, >> >> Tom Oryniak >> >> "Carry On" >> >> 33-1 >> >> Raritan Bay, NJ >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each >> and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - >> use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >> >> > _______________________________________________ > > Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each > and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - > use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > >
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