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Replacement for ETX90 Axial port cover
      #3111807 - 05/18/09 06:49 AM

Hi all,

I unearthed an old ETX90 RA while cleaning the garage on Saturday. Not sure if it works and will be cleaning/testing this week. The axial port cover is missing. Anyone know of a replacement part or something that will thread on to the port?

Thanks
Allister


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Re: Replacement for ETX90 Axial port cover new [Re: asaint]
      #3111854 - 05/18/09 07:43 AM

Hmmmm, the first thought that comes to mind is to add a t-thread adapter (64-ST) and from there you could screw on a t-thread cover (if such a thing is available). OPT has the 64-ST's on clearance sale at...

http://www.optcorp.com/product.aspx?pid=1467-1168

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Edited by jgraham (05/18/09 07:44 AM)


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Re: Replacement for ETX90 Axial port cover new [Re: jgraham]
      #3111906 - 05/18/09 08:30 AM

John,

Thanks. Close, but it has a hole in the middle :}

I'm tempted to use aluminum foil and a rubber band. Cost = $.10

Allister


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