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Originally Posted by SD1too

That’s a very significant statement. It demonstrates perfectly how the decisions made by traders for reasons of commercial success are the opposite of what is required for scientific analysis of the real problem. The incorrect conclusion reached is that new parts are required. This keeps you profitable and satisfies the non-technically minded customer.

The original elbow was ten years old. Its replacement is currently nine years old. I wouldn’t call that “far less time”.

At the time of breakage of the original elbow I, like you, believed that the problem was with the plastic. i replaced only the ‘O’ ring at the base of the thermostat housing. Upon reassembly, there were no leaks for three years. What do you conclude from that?

Another unsubstantiated claim! What’s your evidence for that?

Well there you are; proof that your M47 theory (unsubstantiated) cannot be applied to the KV6.

I don’t know where you get that idea. You certainly post a lot of photos but your analysis is based upon assumptions, wild guesses and unsubstantiated belief.

Simon

How about this for a diagnosis

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

Preoccupation with details, orderliness and rules
Extreme perfectionism, resulting in dysfunction and distress when perfection is not achieved, such as feeling unable to finish a project because you don't meet your own strict standards
Desire to be in control of people, tasks and situations, and inability to delegate tasks
Neglect of friends and enjoyable activities because of excessive commitment to work or a project
Inability to discard broken or worthless objects
Rigid and stubborn
Inflexible about morality, ethics or values
Tight, miserly control over budgeting and spending money

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is not the same as obsessive-compulsive disorder, a type of anxiety disorder.


If you have any signs or symptoms of a personality disorder, see your doctor or other primary care professional or a mental health professional. Untreated, personality disorders can cause significant problems in your life that may get worse without treatment.

I would say that could be applied quite nicely thank you

Brian