[C320-list] Headmate rebuild

[David J Cardoza]

I replaced the pump assembly when it had cracked due to improper
winterization a few years back that plus the joker took less than an
hour.  While I was at it I also replaced some older discolored hoses as
well.  Not that bad. 

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Jerry,
Definitely want to be careful not to over torque any of the fasteners on
the unit, very easy to crack it.  Better to clean all of the gasket
surfaces really well and then just snug up the screws and let the
gaskets do their job.
Bruce
Somerset 671 SoCal
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From: "Jerry Clayton" <jsea at prodigy.net>
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Date: Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:53:40 
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Subject: [C320-list] Headmate rebuild

I bought a Headmate rebuilt kit to rebuild the head on my 2004 320.  I
have heard some horror stories of cracking plastic pieces, two different
size joker valves, etc.
Haven't been able to find anything on rebuilding so I thought I would
ask the group if anyone has any suggestions, articles or anything else
they would like to offer.  The primary reason for the rebuild is water
coming back into the bowl after dry flushing, which I am told is
probably a joker valve issue.  I just figured while I'm at it might as
well use the rest of the kit and replace the other pieces too.
I did buy a small ratchet type screw driver for the tight angles.
I thought I would ask, as sometimes you can get some valuable info from
someone who has done the job before.
Any idea how long of a job this is?
Thanks in advance

Regards,

Jerry Clayton
#988