[Rockhounds] Re: DP Genie parts

[geenet at centurytel.net]

I've kept it oiled, but the machine did sit up unused for several 
months during
my busy season at my "real" job. Even tho I oiled everything thoroughly when I
started using it again, that's when I noticed a big change in spray 
output, and
the pump did not want to start pumping when the motor started up. It is almost
two years old now, and I figured those "moving parts" did need replacing. I
just wanted to know where the best place to get them was. There is a range of
prices at different sources online. The most expensive of which is Diamond
Pacific itself. Of course. 
What's the life span on the polishing wheels? I know that depends on amount of
use, duh, but how do you know when they are really worn out, when the rubber
starts showing thru?? Mine look smooth, but still polish and the 
"color" of the
belt looks even. I've heard they can be "refurbished". Is that worth it versus
new? My tubing is still nice and supple BTW... 
Thanks guys for all the answers. The "accumulative" knowledge of the list is
priceless. 
Jeanette



Quoting Tim Fisher <nospam at orerockon.com>:

> Oiling only goes so far. If it's that far gone (water in the line),
> then the rubber seals are shot. I oil mine regularly and have
> replaced the seals, leathers and belt twice. Parts wear out,
> especially rubber and leather parts operating at relatively high
> speeds, under wet conditions, especially with heavy use. The DP
> repair kit is worth every penny.