ATpro with new red silicone o-rings does the trick!

[khouse]

Just got my pack of 100 red silicone o-rings. I slipped one on and the fit is much better. It doesn't want to roll out and get sheared off. Connector slides right in. Fit's better and feels better. They are 7/16 od x 1/16 diameter.
I added this note: Garrett told me the size to buy. I noticed that each time I tried to slip the jack in the o-ring would pop out of the groove worse and worse each time. Now I just measured the old factory o-ring. It's a hair shy of 5/8 inch! This is a huge difference in size compared to the new o-rings. So it's possible that the lubricant has attacked the stock o-ring and made it swell and get noodly? The new rings fit like there supposed to.

 

[John-Edmonton]

I am just wondering, being that water proofing a detector is a challenge in itself, if using these might void the warranty? I am just concerned about the male end fit sliding in the connector being much looser? What happens if the O ring shrinks even more in cold water?....will it leak water? When I used to fly hot air balloons many years ago, we had "O" rings in the on/off blast valve control for the propane. We did occasionally have an "O: ring failure (leak) and the manufacturer has absolute specs on the type and size which had to be used. Failure to follow these guidelines not only affected the warranty, but also voided the insurance covering any liability resulting from the use of other "O" rings.

 

[khouse]

Maybe John? See my addition to the original post. I asked Garrett what size the o-ring was for me to purchase silicone rings on my own. They didn't mention any warranty issues. They said to let them know how they work. I'm now positive the original o-ring has either stretched or has swelled from the lube. Silicon o-rings are preferred over rubber or neoprene. So I believe it's an upgrade. I think there are a lot of o-rings that have been sheared or cut that users are unaware of on their machines. This may be the cause of some issues?

 

[John-Edmonton]

Maybe? When I hear "O" ring, it reminds me of a winter flight where the blast valve started leaking propane, with the pilot light being 14 inches away. I landed the balloon without inciden. That bad "O" ring could have "made my day." If it works out well for you, then GREAT!

 

[khouse]

WOWZER!! That's one hot ride.

 

[OldCrusty]

Kenny, I guess the next ? is where does one pick up red silicone o-rings...

 

[khouse]

I had to buy 100 to get them from my supplier. You may try an auto parts store? If not I was thinking of people sending me a self addressed stamped envelope with a donation in it in return for o-rings? Try locally first.

 

[BigCatDaddy]

They use silicon grease on the o-rings and so should you. It won't attack the rubber at all, just a small, thin application makes sure the connector is sealed and waterproof.

 

[GraveDiggerMax-VaBch-Va]

n/t

 

[skippers]

Nice to know.

 

[khouse]

Guys and gals. It's possible that Garrett meant 7/16 ID not OD when they told me the size? So I sent them an email asking. I'll let you all know...