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Author Topic: Diaphram retaining washers/rings  (Read 946 times)

79beem

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Diaphram retaining washers/rings
« on: March 23, 2011, 03:04:21 PM »
Does anyone have advice regarding the above mentioned? both have come loose in the last month, luckily  i had earlier applied graphite lube 2 the left carb cover or i would have had 2 pay $300 for a tow. is it time 2 replace them? Is there any other reason they are coming loose?

Offline Barry

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Re: Diaphram retaining washers/rings
« Reply #1 on: March 23, 2011, 04:46:25 PM »
Do you mean the nylon rings that fix the diaphragm to the piston on flat top Bings ?

Those rings were not originally available a a separate item nor was the diaphragm. You were supposed to buy the whole piston and diaphragm # 3 and it is still listed as a whole assembly by Bobs BMW. They do say you can fit a separate diaphragm but add the following cautionary note :-

Dismantling and installing of the diaphragm must be done carefully to avoid damaging the retaining ring which is not available separately!


They are usually a reasonably tight fit and some gentle heat is advised to remove and refit. A few people here have replaced diaphragm on flat tops so maybe someone found a source for the ring.
« Last Edit: March 23, 2011, 04:51:30 PM by bhodgson »
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Re: Diaphram retaining washers/rings
« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2011, 04:58:25 PM »
I don't know of a source in Australia.  I called the Bing Agency USA and ordered mine on the phone.  I am sure an email will get similar results.
http://www.bingcarburetor.com/

The only factory authorized franchise for Bing International L.L.C.
North America, South America and Australia.
« Last Edit: March 23, 2011, 04:59:25 PM by Rob_Valdez_79_R65 »

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Re: Diaphram retaining washers/rings
« Reply #3 on: March 24, 2011, 03:20:59 PM »
I would recommend dipping in very hot water before fitting, ive had mine on and off quite a few times without a problem doing that.
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« Last Edit: March 24, 2011, 03:24:14 PM by Lucky_Lou »
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79beem

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Re: Diaphram retaining washers/rings
« Reply #4 on: April 08, 2011, 06:14:26 PM »
If u all advice heat to get them on and off then mine need replacing, they pop back on with little resistance.
Thanks for your help chaps.