Wow! You really did take it apart. Are you going to replace anything except the small orings from the maintenance kit?
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Alright. It is largely disassembled and cleaned. The seals look fine. Mind you, this was working just fine, but was a no brainer decision to disassemble and clean because it has been sitting for so long. I was embarrassed to take a before photo because it was SO filthy inside. I am surprised that it hasn’t exploded, but I guess Christolube is supposed to look like that after pumping oxygen for a decade.
Even without testing, I am very impressed with the late, great Gordon Smith’s engineering. Glad I had a chance to dive with him before his passing.Done! Will test at lunchtime.