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#725341 Fri Feb 22 2019 09:50 PM
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I hooked the air to the meter for the 1st time and it pumps all the time. Are there any adjustment i can do so it stops doing this.

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rob in nh #725386 Sat Feb 23 2019 08:09 PM
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No doubt your mechanism needs rebuilding. I suggest you start by purchasing a copy of my Service Manual, actually, I am going to rename it "ECO Restoration Manual." The reason for this is that I took the old manual and rewrote it, first using language you can understand, and putting all sections in the order you would use to rebuild the mechanism. This manual also includes information if you are just repairing one item.

We also offer a service where you ship the mechanism to us and we completely rebuild the unit, and send it back looking brand new, calibrated to within one pound and it is guaranteed to work. I have personally restored over 500 of these meters, plus we have also have rebuilt over 550 of the mechanisms for customers.

We also offer parts used in the restoration. All this can be seen on this page of my website: http://petrolianacollectibles.com/eco%2090%20parts.htm

I am also the author of the Gas Pump Bible and the Air Meter Identifications books, they can be seen at: www.gaspumpbible.com

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Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.com
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Thanks for the reply Jack, i plan on getting your manual soon. I also saw that i need a right wheel, plastic is broken so it doesn't spin.

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That meter looks like it is in nice condition, a new set of chrome and some wheel decals will make it look great.

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Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.com
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rob in nh #725419 Sun Feb 24 2019 01:05 PM
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i just finished the paint, i need all new chrome for the next stage.

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Did you hold the lever down and see if the air stops?


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i did hold the lever down and it works but the bell keeps dinging like it pumping air. Could the calibration be way off, i think the crank was turn all the way up and back to 0. The right wheel is broke too so it turns freely

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Hi, Rob. Just go ahead and order Jack's book at this time. It doesn't cost much, and will help you eliminate all the guesswork. Best of luck in working on your very nice air meter. John


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