tub repair

[waters]

The epoxy kit is no longer available from Qualtex,they now only have the quick steel.Does anyone know where the epoxy can be obtained

[Phidom]

Re: tub repair

Araldite is epoxy though I’ve never used it for tub repairs. I tend to cut off a non essential bit of the plastic to use as filler material which I weld on with the soldering iron. I then cover the area with a thick layer of silicone sealer.

[admin]

Re: tub repair

have a look in your local halfords ,lots of good glues in there, 😯

canufixit

[robbra]

Re: tub repair

I always use “leak fix” from Bostick…Plastic and metal, never had a failure
Rob

[Madmac]

Re: tub repair

Milliput, a 2 part repair putty is what i’ve used for many years. have only seen it in model shops though. Cheap at around £3.

[waters]

Re: tub repair

Milliput looks exactly the same,can you tell me where to get it,thanks

[Madmac]

Re: tub repair

Well i’ve really only managed to find it in my local model aircraft shop.. could be a bit of a journey for you though 🙂

http://www.sportsandmodelshop.co.uk 01349 862346. He does do mail order, helpful guy too. Im sure somebody must do it in your area though 😉

[Penguin45]

Re: tub repair

Granvilles PetroPutty – available from any motor factors.

Chris.

[smartin]

Re: tub repair

or wrigleys 49p available at most corner shops 😀 me trusty gas soldering iron is great for most small jobs just dont breath in the fumes from the tub lol

[leavemetogetonwithit]

Re: tub repair

I once had a putty plug jump out of the hole it was plugging. Even though it was a small hole at the top of the (plastic) drum, water leaked out and got into the motor. Since then I have used bits of old plastic drum lined with silicone/instant gasket/debor and bolted in position with stainless bolts. Or grommets with debor for very small holes.
Having read this thread though I think I’ll pop out and get myself a mini gas soldering iron (and a breathing mask).
Mike.

[waters]

Re: tub repair

I will try to get Milliput,it sounds same as qualtex.It makes plastic stronger than original.Used it loads of times on washers and would not dare repair a drum and then sell a machine on.

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