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Unread 04/28/2012, 12:51 PM   #3734
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Originally Posted by psteeleb View Post
well done Brett
perfect documentation, even thought I don't own a Vortech I feel like I could easily rebuild the wet side.

question on the Vortech
I see that red gasket but can't imagine it seals anythign so was wondering what it's for, maybe a vibration dampener fr the cover?

thanks
Thanks Pete! I believe the reason for the gasket is more for friction than anything. The Nozzle turns and locks onto the Wet Side Frame as you can see by the key-style locking cutouts on the Wet Side Frame in the pics above. But, I believe the gasket give the Nozzle some friction so it doesn't back itself off due to vibration especially when the pump is frequently oscillating on and off.


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