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leaking rena xp3

Started by Pyrrolin, May 31, 2015, 02:09:16 PM

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Pyrrolin

I replaced the main gasket and I still have a slow leak in that area.  Buying a new filter is not in my budget.

Any idea how I can improve the current seal safely?

Mike L

Is there a hair line crack maybe. Have you lubed the gasket with anything.

Pyrrolin

what is safe to lube it with?

Brine

I have used Plumber's Silicone on my filters in the past.

Mike L

perfect. I have tons of it if you want.

Pyrrolin

I was able to get the main gasket for free at big als, they had a kit minus the little orings that they just gave me.  Turns out, the leak is actually from the small o rings.  Luckily I was able to pick up a pair at crappy tire for 2.50.  Ended up using a tiny bit of lithium grease on them, couldn't find a safe silicone grease in my fathers garage.  Just replaced the little o rings, now hoping no more leaks so my carpet can dry out.  I had a container under the filter but it over flowed a little a few times.

Pyrrolin

Damn thing is still leaking!