Hi Winchman, The black plastic knob pulls off (give it a wiggle if it is tight) and then you can unscrew the barrel with the knurling to replace the washer. This is as far as you can strip them down. Edit: I am assuming you have a [url=http://0flo.com/index.php?threads/1719 as they are the most commonly found lamp in the UK and have an alloy control cock.
Yes thats the one thanks. The shaft is very loose on one I assume its had it? and will need a new one?
It may well be loose because the gland seals are worn out or missing. It's probably best to try renewing those first - they're only piddling little rubber rings and you might get away with O-rings, even. I've only ever fitted one seal, although Tilley reckon there should be two. The one that's too tight may be because someone's tried to compensate for worn seals by over-tightening the gland nut - wouldn't be the first time that's been done to save tuppence. I reckon most people here make their own seals by punching them out of a sheet of synthetic rubber, but Ross (Spiritburner) will be more than happy to flog you a few, or even a complete refurbishment kit. Contact him by PT (Private Topic)...
Hi Try these , i use them all the time they're great 8) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hollow-Punch-Set-12pc-Double-Blister-Professional-Belt-Cutter-/260964271603?pt=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item3cc2aec5f3 These are a better price 8) Stu .
Thanks I have a set allready as we often use them at work for PTFE sheet. If I know what sizes to cut out this would be helpful Oh and which bit I cut our fits where
Hi Just see if you can measure the old seals before they come off or when they do tilley seals have concentric rings on some parts ( bottom of vap tube for one ) just put a cutter up to them & you should be near enough Stu .
