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Old 05-06-2016, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by jt20 View Post
I am having lots of trouble with the viton rings from mcmaster.

either they shear off on install or don't stay sealed for very long.

one spot in particular keeps letting air in after just a few long cycles - i have replaced it 3 times already.

Does the buna seal up better, even if it doesn't last as long?
What do you mean they shear off? Shear as in cut or do you mean slip off? Try soaking them in boiling water before install which softens them a bit.
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