Tecnosir charging rig

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robert_e_smart
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Unread post by robert_e_smart »

It really is as easy to use as they show it in the video. Its a god send for CX rear spheres and brake accumulator spheres when you can do them on the car.

Have a read of this :

http://www.club-xm.co.uk/forum/viewtopi ... sir#p26307
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Unread post by Citroenmad »

They are fairly easy to use though not the best, however as the best is no longer in production it does seem like a good option now.
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For most people obtaining a Nitrogen supply at reasonable cost is the biggest problem not getting the recharging rig.
At present new spheres remain available at a cost that makes sphere recharging uneconomic. There is a good chance that this may not remain so.
For those intending to keep their hydraulic Citroens long term recharging may be necessary but by then there will also be a shortage of spheres suitable for recharging.
Norrie on Club-xm.com describes how to manufacture a rig and make up sphere valves.

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Unread post by Deanxm »

You can get a bottle of Nitrogen for a one of charge of about £100, then once you have your bottle its about £40 to have it refilled, its the best i have found without having monthly bottle rental etc etc.

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This may be of help
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We have various recharging rigs and I know the nipples which are the best ones, though I can't get hold of them now. Perhaps we will look into getting some made up.

I like to stick to Citroen spheres and so being able to recharge spheres is a real bonus! Obviously the C5s can't be done but as they last a awfully long time im not too bothered, for the Xm and the sphere plenty Activa its excellent.
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Unread post by addo »

C5s can be done! Drill and tap - It's pictured on Ciaran's (I think) XM forum...
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Unread post by Citroenmad »

Ill have a look at that, out of interest, thanks. :)
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Unread post by addo »

It was in a post by Mr Smart.
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Unread post by robert_e_smart »

Indeed, the C5 spheres can be re-gassed as well.
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1991 BX 16 TGS Auto
1992 ZX 1.6 Aura Auto
1994 Xantia 2.0 16V VSX
2008 C5 2.7 Exclusive