wiper fluid leak
03-09-2007, 05:24 PM
#31
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Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that
> type of plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100%
> of the time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted
> at home.
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the
> States.)
Rubber patch on the inside. Same type that's used for blow-up rafts.
If it's a crack your toast. There just isn't any good (at-home) repair
for HDPE. I have used a bit of plastic jug and some silicone caulk
to make an inside repair. One of my friends used some real sticky metal
sticker thingies used on engines. That glue stuck to anything.
--
DougW
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that
> type of plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100%
> of the time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted
> at home.
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the
> States.)
Rubber patch on the inside. Same type that's used for blow-up rafts.
If it's a crack your toast. There just isn't any good (at-home) repair
for HDPE. I have used a bit of plastic jug and some silicone caulk
to make an inside repair. One of my friends used some real sticky metal
sticker thingies used on engines. That glue stuck to anything.
--
DougW
03-09-2007, 06:19 PM
#32
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Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
03-09-2007, 06:19 PM
#33
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
03-09-2007, 06:19 PM
#34
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
I tried it.
The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld. www.permatex.com
item# 84125
I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
I'll check in the morning.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
Merrill
On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > Merrill
>
> > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
03-10-2007, 09:31 AM
#35
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
jb weld 4 minute formaula works great on stuff like that
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-10-2007, 09:31 AM
#36
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
jb weld 4 minute formaula works great on stuff like that
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-10-2007, 09:31 AM
#37
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
jb weld 4 minute formaula works great on stuff like that
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
billy ray wrote:
> Most washer bottles are HDPE (high density polyethylene) and that type of
> plastic is problematic to repair at home.
>
> The best method would be with heat to fuse the crack but 99&44/100% of the
> time that would result in spectacular failure when attempted at home.
>
> A "sealer" might do better than an epoxy, as I am told, because many
> adhesives don't stick very well to it.
>
> You may want to practice on an old milk jug (if you are in the States.)
>
> "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
> news:45f1712c$0$5856$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshostin g.com...
> > nrs wrote:
> >> On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> >>> As I see it, you have 3 options:
> >>>
> >>> 1. Replace the bottle
> >>>
> >>> 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> >>> milk jug or WWAF jug.
> >>>
> >>> 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> >>> plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> >>> system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> >>> would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> >>> instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> >>> to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> >>> Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> >>> certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> >>> $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> >>> will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> >>> problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
> >>>
> >>> Merrill
> >>>
> >>> On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>> My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> >>>> does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> >>>> wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> >>>> sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide
> >>>> quoted text -
> >>> - Show quoted text -
> >>
> >> The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> >> the instructions. Thanks.
> >>
> >
> > Please post them to the group, I am more than interested also.
> >
> > Mike
> > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
> > Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
> > Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
> > (More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-12-2007, 10:28 AM
#38
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
On Mar 9, 6:19 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
03-12-2007, 10:28 AM
#39
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
On Mar 9, 6:19 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
03-12-2007, 10:28 AM
#40
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: wiper fluid leak
On Mar 9, 6:19 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
> Instructions for plastic bottle repair.
>
> I don't guarantee this because I wasn't convinced it would work until
> I tried it.
>
> The product I used was named Permapoxy 5 min plastic weld.www.permatex.com
> item# 84125
>
> I used it to fix my overflow reservoir in 2005 and it hasn't leaked a
> drop since. But your WWAF bottle may be a totally different plastic.
>
> I removed the reservoir and rinsed it out. The crack was about 3
> inches long and easy to find on the bottom flat surface. When it was
> dry, I roughed up the area for about 3/4 inch (2cm) around the crack
> with very coarse sandpaper, then finer sandpaper (60-120). I did not
> drill at the ends of the crack to prevent it from ------ing. I
> squeezed out the 2 part epoxy onto waxy paper and mixed it thoroughly
> with a wooden coffee stir stick. Then I slathered it over the crack as
> thick as possible for about 1/2 inch on each side of the crack and
> past the ends. I left it to dry as long as possible before
> reinstalling it. I removed it about 7pm and reinstalled it about 6am
> and drove to work. I topped it up there and it has been fine since.
>
> I only bought one package and used about 3/4 of it for this fix.
>
> If this doesn't work, I think I might have a good bottle on my 89 XJ
> partsmobile I could send you if the postage is less than a new bottle.
> I'll check in the morning.
>
> Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
>
> Merrill
>
> On Mar 9, 9:23 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
>
> > On Mar 8, 8:04 pm, "merrill" <merr...@can.rogers.com> wrote:
>
> > > As I see it, you have 3 options:
>
> > > 1. Replace the bottle
>
> > > 2. Replace the bottle with something that fits in that space like a
> > > milk jug or WWAF jug.
>
> > > 3. Or you could remove the bottle, find the crack and repair it with
> > > plastic epoxy. I did this on my leaky reservoir for the cooling
> > > system. The local parts store didn't think they had anything that
> > > would fix it. I picked up some plastic epoxy at CTC and followed the
> > > instructions. It still doesn't leak a drop after 2 years. If you want
> > > to give it a try, the product is made by Permatex and it is named
> > > Permapoxy 5minute plastic weld. I don't want to get your hopes up. I
> > > certainly won't guarantee the results, but if you want to gamble about
> > > $7 it might be worth a try. If you decide to try it, let me know and I
> > > will give you detailed instructions on how I used it to solve my
> > > problem. I was truly amazed by the results!
>
> > > Merrill
>
> > > On Mar 7, 11:30 am, "nrs" <neale...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > > > My wiper fluid bottle leaks whenever it gets bumped. If left alone it
> > > > does not leak. Feeling around under the bottle, the hoses don't get
> > > > wet so I think it must be a very small crack highere up that could be
> > > > sealed easily. Any recommendations on what to use to seal it?- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -
>
> > The epoxy idea sounds good to me, got nothing to lose. Please send me
> > the instructions. Thanks.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks a lot. I'll try to find this product and give it a try. It
may take me a while but I'll report the results once done. Thanks to
everyone who replied.
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