You can get used 200FGs from time to time for about $25 to $50. Bacon sails in Annapolis has a bunch of used ones on their back shelf that they probably don't even remember having. Give them a call.
Josh On Mon, Apr 30, 2018, 9:19 AM tom via CnC-List <[email protected]> wrote: > Thanks Josh, > I would see the condition of the 200Fg after the removal of the drain and > fittings. > It may be better to replace the entire unit. I saw for sale @ $120. > Hoping to hear about using the newer spin on types as I have heard they > are messy to change. > BTW...some handy mods on your video. > Tom > > On Sun, Apr 29, 2018 at 10:27 PM, Josh Muckley via CnC-List < > [email protected]> wrote: > >> I'm a big fan of the 200FG. I've completely rebuilt mine with all new >> o-rings and I have plenty of the cost effective cartridges. Despite being >> discontinued the cartridges are still extremely available. I modified mine >> with a vacuum gauge and a vent/bleed valve. As for your stuck drain valve, >> mine is plastic and has never gotten stuck...though I don't use it very >> often. You might try McMaster-Carr for a replacement fitting. Straight >> thread not tapered. I can help if you need. I may have a metal drain >> valve laying around too. If you think you might want it, let me know. >> >> https://youtu.be/H-GI38vE4hQ >> >> Josh Muckley >> S/V Sea Hawk >> 1989 C&C 37+ >> Solomons, MD >> >> On Sun, Apr 29, 2018, 9:36 PM tom via CnC-List <[email protected]> >> wrote: >> >>> Hello Everybody, >>> >>> I have an old Raycor 200FG that takes replacement cartridges from the >>> top on my Yanmar 2 GMF. >>> >>> The bottom clean out valve is frozen and the hose fittings need >>> attention. >>> >>> This model has been replaced with newer screw on from the bottom styles. >>> >>> Wondering what experiences owners have had comparing the old and new. >>> Are these newer styles easier/better than the old drop in filter that I >>> have or should I just repair the old? >>> >>> Thanks much, >>> >>> Tom Oryniak >>> >>> "Carry On" >>> >>> 33-1 >>> >>> Raritan Bay, NJ >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each >>> and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - >>> use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >>> >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each >> and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - >> use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >> >> >> > _______________________________________________ > > Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each > and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - > use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > >
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