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Mon Nov 26 2018 07:01 PM
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Old Gassers,
I've been needing a site glass for an M&S 80 pump for a long time, my understanding is that the reproductions that were out there are out of stock now (mold crashed). I ended up making a pretty nice mold of an original site glass. Came up with a process to mold them that is really clean, hard to tell the difference between the original and the repro. Making clear parts required a little equipment upgrading.
Made a few for myself, was wondering if there is some demand out there? I can make them for $50 each plus shipping (flat $7.00 in US). I know that seems like a lot but not cheap to make molds and run them. I have enough resin to make a few more, can also get some more resin easily enough too if demand. This part will work for Wayne 80s too.
- Paul
Last edited by Paul Bell; Mon Nov 26 2018 07:07 PM.
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Those look really nice Paul. I'm sure there will be some demand for them. I will pass on the word if I see anyone in need.
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Thanks Gary, figure if i need them other people probably do too.
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I’m sure I could use 2 to 4 of them.
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Cool Dave, I'll make some up.
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Hi. I will take 3 of 'em.
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Michael, Dave, made a batch up. Sent you both PMs. If anyone is looking for ms80 site glasses let me know!
- Paul
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Looks like really an excellent quality job on these, Paul. No bubbles! Nice going. John
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Thanks John! The getting no bubbles thing was the real trick here, seems like it would be easy, but not so! Only way to do it is with pressure casting.
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Paul, I would liike 4 and sent a return pm. Thanks, Dave
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Everyone's orders should be delivered now or about to be delivered. I have more of these made up, if anyone is in need of some site glasses. Thanks! Paul
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Hi Paul Rec'd the site glasses. Very nice. Thanks, M
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Thanks Micheal, glad you like them!
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Just finished making some more of these site glasses, if anyone needs some. - Paul
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Hi Paul, I'd like to get a pair for my pump. Thanks!
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Just shot you a private message.
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