Paraplate regulator stem corrosion

[OurTown]

Is corrosion of the stem threads normal? All were installed with the factory brass elbow and those seem fine. The smaller 5 series is on the SS pump stand and it is a little worse. Maybe it's the HP soap? The pH is about 8 at the bay. The other one is from a 10 series and is not as bad. It is on a spot free pump. I'm not sure how old these are but the wash was built in 2003.


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[Rudy]

Quick answer....yes it's normal.

I keep several spare BR10 and BR5 stems around. It's a normal service item if and when they fail.

Clean the regulator, replace the stem....and replace the orings and forget about it for several years.

 

[MEP001]

The stems are steel. They rust through from the inside.

 

[2Biz]

Their supposed to be nickel plated...I would think they would hold up better than that?

 

[OurTown]

It is possible that they are 15 plus years old so maybe I shouldn't complain.

 

[2Biz]

Wow! Thats good news! I have new Paraplates to install when my Giants wear out! I was getting a little concerned! LOL...

 

[OurTown]

One thing I forgot to mention was that the small stem o-ring in the seal kit for the 10 series was too big and I had to reuse the old one. Anyone have that issue? The other three in the kit fit fine.