Crack in water ater tank
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Topic: Crack in water ater tank
Posted By: CARR-POD
Subject: Crack in water ater tank
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2014 at 5:04pm
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Posted By: CARR-POD
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2014 at 5:16pm
I can't believe I just pushed that button. Anyway now that I have your attention. I was just getting the carr-pod ready for a three week trip to northern ontario when I discovered a leak in the fresh water tank. Don't know how it happened but the plastic has cracked around the drain plug and the water pretty much just pours out. I have made a temporary patch and the dealer says that a crack can be plastic welded. I have checked the internet and it looks like it can be repaired. Hopefully the tank doesn't have to be removed. I have no idea how much that will cost. My dealer (Campkins) is looking into a possible warranty claim but I am not holding my breath. Has anyone had any expierance like this? I thought the tank had to be replaced. What a thing too find only hours before leaving on a major trip. Luckily I am a little handy with tools unlike my posting ability. Ed ------------- Trees love to toss and sway; they make such happy noises. (Emily Carr) Pam and Ed 2011 R177 |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2014 at 6:17pm
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Plastic welding works fine if done properly. Used all the time on motorcycle fairings and such.
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Posted By: Marx
Date Posted: 22 Jul 2014 at 9:37pm
| Sorry to hear about this. Epoxy might be a good temp fix too? Just check and make sure however you temporarily repair it doesn't affect the integrity of the drinking water. |
Posted By: Outbound
Date Posted: 23 Jul 2014 at 4:42pm
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I also bought my rpod at Campkins - they're a great dealer, with a great service department. If they say it can be plastic welded, they can do it. No worries. ------------- Craig :: 2009 RP171 towed by a 2017 F150 |