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Leaking heater pipe at thermostat - Your way?


greasemonkey

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Hi guys

 

Still plotting along with my repairs at the moment. Progress is when ever I have the time. Stuff with cars takes longer than you allow it too!

One thing is that I noticed the metal pipe outlet at the thermostat is leaking. What is the best fix for this?

 

 See the picture (circled part) as a reference.

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 Anyway I've researched and there is an o-ring that sits in this bugger however there is no mention to use RTV sealant. I pulled some off that was old and that is why it's leaking (clever me)

 

Any help appreciated as always.

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The o'rings go hard over time and leak slightly. With a trust 10mm socket, undo the retaining clamp, pull the tube out, remove the old o'ring, clean the pipe and the hole it goes into, give the new o'ring a touch of silicone spray to help it slide in, do it back up.

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