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Hey guys,

Any prior 270 FOWKs have trouble with the D/O XFR Pump losing its prime. I was able to fill one tank, after that the pump started putting out no discharge pressure at all. The strainers are clean, and ive been transferring with the DOF/C for the past six hours as our DOP is torn apart for cleaning. Looks like ill be up another six hours if i dont get this pump working.

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It sounds like you are airbound. I would try bleeding air out thru your gauge line. Also Try replacing your strainer lid gaskets, you could be sucking in air thru there. Good luck. I have been a 210 fowk for 5 years running and these are common problems i have encountered.
 
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