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08/09/2009, 12:21 PM
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How to repair hairline crack in plumbing
I just found this in the plumbing of my DAS EX-2. It's losing about a drop every 3-4 seconds.
 I did a google search, but couldn't find a definitive answers for situations where the pipe can't be replaced. Will a nice swipe of PVC solvent be enough to weld that back together?
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08/09/2009, 12:30 PM
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I would want to use a 2 part epoxy, after cleaning and drying.
Jim
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08/09/2009, 12:30 PM
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08/09/2009, 12:31 PM
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I posted on top of you. That would work too.
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08/09/2009, 12:35 PM
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Wow, hanks for the quick replies.
How about some Loctite two-part epoxy gel? As for cleaning, you mean go over it with some PVc cleaner, right?
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08/09/2009, 03:04 PM
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Yep.
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