FASTFJR Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 I have a 2011 Strong Milan tub. I noticed a few weeks ago the water level going down and a wet spot on the pavers. It took a while but I traced it back to a pin size hole (only leaks when motor is running) off the secondary pump. Anyway I'm not sure how to fix it. I did order a 2 inch coupling. My main concern is what to use to cut the hose? I've never fixed any of these hoses before, I had a leak in one a few years ago and it was replaced under warranty Attached is a link to a short video clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYIMmgXL-RA&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=LaszloBagi Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cusser Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Before I installed custom plumbing with new shut-off valves for my spa (27 years old at that time) I investigated replacing the internal-leaking gate valve/knife valve on the right (like yours in your photo) which would've required re-connecting flexible hose like the type you have leaking in your video. I was told that the flex tubing is PVC, so could cut and glue using traditional PVC cement. So maybe you could cut at the source of the leak and glue/insert a PVC union (like from Home Depot) or a barbed union there to repair. You could use a standard utility knife to cut the hose. First you may want to clean/dry and just try PVC cement, build up a thickness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Spa Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Do NOT use, or try to use a utility knife. Flex PVC has a spiraling reinforcement piece that would be VERY difficult to cut cleanly through. Use a hack saw. You MUST use PVC primer (then glue) on flex PVC (or sand the pipe to clean off the glaze). Just cut it right in the middle of the hold and glue in the coupling. Easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTFJR Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Thanks all Talked to Strong Spa yesterday, they are sending me couplings and hose. The tech said the hose will cut fine with a utility knife. I guess I'll find out one or or another lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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