Carl,
There were two Genuine Rotax carb diaphragms on Ebay recently; 99p for both!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290199808202
PVC pipe is banned anywhere in the fuel system (including sight gauge) by
MPG 1998-019 R1
http://www.lightaircraftassociation.co.uk/engineering/MPDs/MPDStandard.pdf
Duncan McF
----- Original Message -----
From: "Carl Pattinson" <carl@flyers.freeserve.co.uk>
Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 8:51 PM
Subject: Europa-List: 912 rubber components.
> <carl@flyers.freeserve.co.uk>
>
> My Rotax 912 has passed its 5 year mark and now requires complete
> replacement of all rubber components.
>
> Conair sell a kit and although it would be the easiest option at a cost of
> 320 is certainly NOT the cheapest.
>
> Even if you are able to source the coolant and oil hoses elsewhere there
> is still a fairly painful bill for 2x carburettor flanges (57 each) and
> then 2x carburettor diaphragms (45 each). Aerosport sell these genuine
> Rotax parts slightly cheaper (though not much).
> http://www.aerosportuk.com/acatalog/Aerosport_Shop_Carburettor_Flange_37.html
>
> There dosent seem to be an alternative source for the flanges (ie: the
> genuine ones) , though I believe the Mikuni flanges are claimed to be the
> same - however the diaphragms are available from here
> http://www.motobins.co.uk/displayfinal.php?function=show&subs=084&title=DIAPHRAGMS+%26+GASKETS
>
> and they are genuine Bing components. I havent as yet figured out the
> correct size yet though.
>
> I note that Aerosport no longer list the Mikuni flange as an alternative -
> presumably Rotax had a quiet word and made them stop selling them. Its
> interesting to note the Mikuni flanges are available on Ebay for as little
> as $5 each, but it is probably too risky to use non Rotax components - YES
> I am aware that it constitutes a non approved modification.
>
> Does anyone else have a simple cost effective solution to the problem - or
> should I just grin and pay up.
>
> I also spoke to Roger at the factory who told me that replacing the fuel
> lines and radiator hoses is NOT mandatory as far as they are concerned -
> anyone know different.
>
> However there is an issue with the PVC sight hose as my understanding is
> that the PFA dosent approve its use (anywhere in the fuel system).
> Presumably a glass sight tube is the only alternative.
>
> Carl Pattinson
>
> G-LABS
>
> PS: Does anyone know the correct size of the Bing rubber diaphragm - is it
> a 32m or a 40mm??? (or is it neither).
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "D Wysong" <hdwysong@gmail.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2008 6:19 PM
> Subject: Europa-List: Re: Europa Club membership - off topic
>
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>>> When they rescind the blackmail of forcing me to receive their
>>> offal, I will recant - unless of course they sign an agreement to
>>> accept
>>> mine - otherwise it is no longer an even trade. But I've made my
>>> arrangements, so the cheque (which is still an approved and legal
>>> currency)
>>> will arrive in pounds.
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>> The thought of you wheeling a bin full of epoxy cups, burned wire,
>> fiberglass trimmings, and banana peels to the Post Office in order to
>> fulfill your half of the "even trade" had me giggling, Ferg. Please
>> have SWMBO take pictures if this ever occurs! :-)
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>> The fine print in the agreements here in the States includes an "Opt
>> Out" clause by law. We usually have to mail a letter or phone them or
>> jump through an additional hoop, but this action stops the "third
>> party" nonsense. Hopefully you can find the same protection overseas.
>>
>> Good luck!
>>
>> D
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