Went bad. Broke the crank off an emergency radio and tried to super glue it back together. Fail. Tried to epoxy it back together. Fail. Trashed the radio because it was unfixable. Will never buy anything from that brand again.
My pool pump sprung a leak in the pump housing but the price of a new housing is too high so I sanded best I could inside and filled it with liquid flex seal. Still leaks but more seeps than leaks. Maybe come fall I should dig the old soldering iron out and give this a try before closing the pool.
Good stuff Merv!! 9:03 ....so much for that nice tabletop Helen's grandmother gave you. Reminds me of when we were kids in school, we would go to restaurants and glue glasses and plates to the tables with Crazy Glue. Those were the days when you could actually have fun without a cell phone. Cheers from Canada.
OHH damn. First time seeing your channel. I have found my clone!. Im an old crotchety fixer of problems my self. General contractor for the best of 40 years. Love and understand the humor. I like and save for sure.
I just stumbled upon this while figuring out how to fix a cracked plastic flower pot. Thank you sir! Btw, love the way you talk, your sense of humour and all. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦.
It's still not too late to give your Dad a gift from the Merv Store. We're running a special discount code for father's day! Look at the top of the page. mervs-merch.creator-spring.com/?
Instead of melting a ziptie for that extra plastic, try using the heatgun on a stick of hot glue. Melt it in the air over the area and let it flow over the patch. It flows into any crevices you might have made with the solder iron, adding strength and additional sealing to the patch. Once dry it also leaves a smooth finish. Good videos dude.
@@MervsServiceSecrets Oh yes. It's water and weather proof and a nightmare to get off from surfaces that are not perfectly flat (like glass or metal). Patched plastic is a perfect application. I'm sure there is a limit to how much pressure it can withstand, but I haven't found it yet.
You can also cut a chunk off of the same plastic part at a different location (if there's a section that can structurally or aesthetically afford to get thinned out), that way you're melting the same type of plastic into the "wound," thereby yielding a stronger, more uniform bond. I'm a mechanic and have used this method quite a few times.
😂, Great presentation! I've had the same exact same issue with those swim pool pumps, 3-4 times. I usually end up trying to buy an off-brand. It's sure nice to know another option is available.
My plastic water hose gun froze and cracked in winter I’ve tries melting the plastic around the crack but you’ve gone a couple of steps further I’m gonna try it great tip thanks .
from 6:49 to 7:17 it is clearly observed that the soldering iron does not melt the zip ties correctly. That's why other people use 60 or 80 watt soldering irons.
I am so glad I found you so long ago. I never feel like your videos are meant for me but I watch for entertainment and end up learning something anyway! 🥰
This was my first instructable of yours.... But mark words....its will NOT my last lol you are super funny and pretty dam smart too. Great watch g'day brother.
seen many vids of acetone disolving plastic to create a plastic glue. I saw one where tjey used lego to get the right colour of the suspended plastic solution. They also did this with plexy glass
Gas cans and gas tanks are made from HDPE plastic, The same as oil bottles. If one can find colored oil bottles like the gas or diesel can color, one only needs to empty the preused oil bottle and clean it out. Cut the bottle into strips, and, viola, you have welding rods.
I have that deep and rumbling voice to go with the package. I am told I have a voice for radio and have been asked many times who I am , looking for the vocals I have done. I respond to those comments with. Yes I have a voice for radio and a face for radio too.
First time viewer here, that was very entertaining 😂, my guess is that it don't much matter what you're fixing, it's gonna be entertaining. Which is why I'm subscribing! Thanks
Oh my God, I'm laughing already and I didn't even get to see the fix, yet. I just love the humor. I hope you've got more videos; I don't care what you're fixing or talking about; I'm going to watch more of your videos. (Raisins, Marge typed that.) That's funny. So freaking cute. Okay, I've got to watch the rest of the video now. I've got something to fix; so I've got to pay attention. Okay, so, I've got to watch again; I was too busy catching on to his one line zingers. I do love your voice, too; I'll have to find something for you to read. First, I've got to look for more of your videos; this was too good. Well, after I learn this technique. Thanks so very much for your video. I'm going to go ahead and subscribe. This is too good.
Improper molding parameters likely caused the leak. Air and gas volatiles form inside molten plastics These gases weren't vented out ahead of the melt flow causing a weakened knit line. The flashed plastic next to the leak is an indicator of trapped gases.
It's been going strong for several months, but it needs to be done meticulously because certain cracks are hard to get to. Regarding the ability to do another repair over this one, I really don't know. I simply did this because I felt I had nothing to lose and the cost was cheap. If it fails someday, I would bite the bullet and buy a new one. But so far, so good.
I want to know what you do when the threaded sleaves pull out that hold the motor to the pump housing on the wisper flo? The super flo housing are shit but if you can't get from inside on pressureized system will never hold next time if you have ball valves just remove plugs from pump to let water out get good and dry close multiport a valve on discharge side of pump would be best case .take apart a union ball valve hook up shop vac or cyclone to ball valve create vacuum close valve while vacuum is still running you will be able to draw in your super glue or marine jb weld from the outside in at trouble area with out having to break down pump and fool with all that shit I've had it last for a while but the housing on those if left in direct sun and chemical wear it's gone keep on getting more pin holes it's envitable super Flo the big brother of that pump has the same issue over time last a lil bit longer easier to prime too
Hi Merv, great educational footage. Thank you! I'm looking to repair an internal component for a whippy ice cream machine. Would the superglue and baking soda be safe to use to fill the cracks in the components? You're AMAZING! Thank you!
You could have used the super glue and backing soda in the first place. Just clean with alcohol first then use the super glue and soda on top. less smell and it will work.
My experiences with plastic welding have always been less than desirable if I didn't use the same type of plastic. HDPE with HDPE, PP with PP. Mixing plastics in my own experiences have ALWAYS turned out to be just fine - for a while, then the 2 different plastic types will separate OR begin to separate. 🙄
If a homeowner doesn't have the means to replace a pool pump when it gets old, broken, and inefficient; then They're not worth my time and effort. This is just polishing a turd.
I once tried to fix a blower attachment similar to what was done by @doublewide6 Repairs LLC in the video you plugged. My result was a miserable fail. 🤥
*Leave a comment and tell me about your experience with fixing plastic.*
I used jbweld epoxy and it is very strong and water proof. Acrylic base resin is degrading when exposed to water. Another alternative is silicon glue.
Great info!
Went bad. Broke the crank off an emergency radio and tried to super glue it back together. Fail. Tried to epoxy it back together. Fail. Trashed the radio because it was unfixable. Will never buy anything from that brand again.
I had a broken handle from a wind up hose spool and I was looking for a way to repair it. Hoping this works
My pool pump sprung a leak in the pump housing but the price of a new housing is too high so I sanded best I could inside and filled it with liquid flex seal. Still leaks but more seeps than leaks. Maybe come fall I should dig the old soldering iron out and give this a try before closing the pool.
Good stuff Merv!! 9:03 ....so much for that nice tabletop Helen's grandmother gave you. Reminds me of when we were kids in school, we would go to restaurants and glue glasses and plates to the tables with Crazy Glue. Those were the days when you could actually have fun without a cell phone. Cheers from Canada.
OHH damn. First time seeing your channel. I have found my clone!. Im an old crotchety fixer of problems my self. General contractor for the best of 40 years. Love and understand the humor. I like and save for sure.
I just stumbled upon this while figuring out how to fix a cracked plastic flower pot. Thank you sir! Btw, love the way you talk, your sense of humour and all. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦.
Glad it was helpful!
@@MervsServiceSecrets I just repaired one of those plastic flower urns from Lowe’s and my wife is really happy 😃!!! You’re the man, Merv.
You are fun to see.
Well done sir.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks, will do!
Woah! You are amazing! My 80 year old dad is a huge fan of yours! You are his inspiration!!! Thank you for this amazing post!
Thanks to you and your Dad!
It's still not too late to give your Dad a gift from the Merv Store. We're running a special discount code for father's day! Look at the top of the page. mervs-merch.creator-spring.com/?
I love the GLORY shots and the main money shot
Much obliged. @demillevantigo7432 worked hard.
@@MervsServiceSecrets The smell of those fumes was sooo disgusting.
Not only I like the way u talk but also the way u explain your work
Good sense of humor
I always wanted to have a grandpa that teach me how to fix things and use tools...and save money
Worth watching even if you don't need to fix something!
Instead of melting a ziptie for that extra plastic, try using the heatgun on a stick of hot glue. Melt it in the air over the area and let it flow over the patch. It flows into any crevices you might have made with the solder iron, adding strength and additional sealing to the patch. Once dry it also leaves a smooth finish. Good videos dude.
Thank you very kindly! Will that hot glue trick stand up to water?
@@MervsServiceSecrets Oh yes. It's water and weather proof and a nightmare to get off from surfaces that are not perfectly flat (like glass or metal). Patched plastic is a perfect application. I'm sure there is a limit to how much pressure it can withstand, but I haven't found it yet.
Noice! I'll remember that for next time. Thanks!
You just gave me an idea
You can also cut a chunk off of the same plastic part at a different location (if there's a section that can structurally or aesthetically afford to get thinned out), that way you're melting the same type of plastic into the "wound," thereby yielding a stronger, more uniform bond. I'm a mechanic and have used this method quite a few times.
Lmao I just left the pool shop and was quoted $500 as well. Immediately pulled up TH-cam and found ya … thanks brotha!
Happy to help.
Thanks!
Welcome! And thanks!
LOVE this guys sense of humor
So funny and very creative I like this work you should be a disc jockey you got the voice for it also a beautiful job
Lol "make sure to clean your crack with some rubbing alcohol" damn, that's gotta sting! Good job brotha! 😂
Will try this on the wet end of my hot tub pump intake . Thanks
Thanks, glad I found you folks!
Welcome aboard!
Merv! Your content is GREAT! You're hilarious.
I appreciate that!
You are great with detailed explanation. You have a good broadcasting voice. Thank you for the tips...from Malaysia.
Thank you! 😃
😂, Great presentation! I've had the same exact same issue with those swim pool pumps, 3-4 times. I usually end up trying to buy an off-brand. It's sure nice to know another option is available.
My plastic water hose gun froze and cracked in winter I’ve tries melting the plastic around the crack but you’ve gone a couple of steps further I’m gonna try it great tip thanks .
Very informative. Thank you.
“Go back to bed Helen. Nothing to see here.” Lol 😂
Great Fix Merv!
Thanks, bro! You motivated me!
from 6:49 to 7:17 it is clearly observed that the soldering iron does not melt the zip ties correctly. That's why other people use 60 or 80 watt soldering irons.
I am so glad I found you so long ago. I never feel like your videos are meant for me but I watch for entertainment and end up learning something anyway! 🥰
Wow, thank you, Naomi! Yep, I remember you. You've been with us for quite some time now. Hope all is well.
@@MervsServiceSecrets Gosh, you know how to make a girl feel special! Helen is one lucky lady! 😊
The commentary is second to none.
New fan here, I had to subscribe. Genius technique and humor.
This was my first instructable of yours.... But mark words....its will NOT my last lol you are super funny and pretty dam smart too. Great watch g'day brother.
I appreciate that!
Some zip ties I found on Helen’s bedside table 😂😂😂😂 you’re a hoot! 👍
😁
seen many vids of acetone disolving plastic to create a plastic glue. I saw one where tjey used lego to get the right colour of the suspended plastic solution. They also did this with plexy glass
Interesting stuff ! Thanks for watching.
I used to fix props at the airport with the soda trick
His voice has a soothing Sam Elliot quality.
Hey! 👋🏼 I don’t know how I lost you, but I sure missed that voice. Gtsy, love your voice, love your humor, most importantly ❤️ your videos! 👏🏼🥰
Thank you so much!
Gas cans and gas tanks are made from HDPE plastic, The same as oil bottles. If one can find colored oil bottles like the gas or diesel can color, one only needs to empty the preused oil bottle and clean it out. Cut the bottle into strips, and, viola, you have welding rods.
Wow! Interesting stuff! I might just try that next time.
This worked! Thanks Merv!
You're welcome!
Innovative and entertaining. Love the humor. Well done and was just what I was looking for to effect repairs on some broken plastic items
Glad you enjoyed it!
That's pretty awesome merve. Won't forget that one. Who am kidding I already forgot damn.
I have that deep and rumbling voice to go with the package. I am told I have a voice for radio and have been asked many times who I am , looking for the vocals I have done. I respond to those comments with. Yes I have a voice for radio and a face for radio too.
I do think you may try the JB weld to fix the leakage.
Hi there Merv. Greetings from Ireland. Thoroughly enjoyed this video. When are you going to Paint Your Wagon? Love to hear you sing Wandering Star
Greetings! Ya know, I was actually born under a wanderin' star. So I'll be sure to add your request to our fast-growing list.
Good job! You remind me of my buddy Ichiban Moto!
Wow, thanks
Thank you for the video, this will help on some atv plastic repair I have to do!
Great! But be careful. This shows you my basic procedures, but yours might be different depending on the type of plastic you are dealing with.
He sounds like the guy from the movie joy ride who gets pranked on the CB radio by steve zahn.
Had me cracking up 😂 great video.
Glad you enjoyed
First time viewer here, that was very entertaining 😂, my guess is that it don't much matter what you're fixing, it's gonna be entertaining. Which is why I'm subscribing! Thanks
Thanks for the sub!
Great vid, and oh, nice voice action going on there Cowboy!!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks 👍 I try.
Oh my God, I'm laughing already and I didn't even get to see the fix, yet. I just love the humor. I hope you've got more videos; I don't care what you're fixing or talking about; I'm going to watch more of your videos. (Raisins, Marge typed that.) That's funny. So freaking cute. Okay, I've got to watch the rest of the video now. I've got something to fix; so I've got to pay attention.
Okay, so, I've got to watch again; I was too busy catching on to his one line zingers. I do love your voice, too; I'll have to find something for you to read. First, I've got to look for more of your videos; this was too good. Well, after I learn this technique.
Thanks so very much for your video. I'm going to go ahead and subscribe. This is too good.
not bad. funny voice! many of these repairs can be done with super glue and baking soda as well.
the best way and easy is the epoxy
Fantastic video. Funny too . Glad I found your channel. We subscriber. Thx ❤
Awesome! Thank you!
I kept expecting Red Green.
Tip, put some petroleum jelly in the super glue cap, it will never stick and the nozzle will never clog. 👍
Great point!
I don’t even have a pool 😮 but I can still use it on something else, thank you!
Improper molding parameters likely caused the leak. Air and gas volatiles form inside molten plastics These gases weren't vented out ahead of the melt flow causing a weakened knit line. The flashed plastic next to the leak is an indicator of trapped gases.
A soldering iron will not infighter flammables. A spark or flame is necessary.
Great vid , thanks buddy !! 😂👍
Glad you enjoyed it
I use crushed charcoal and super glue and it’s super strong
Wow!
Yes it helps shore will try it
Merv, you're freakin hilarious! Love it
'Fing Hilarious!!!! Had to subscribe!
"Fix your crack" was what I was told while I was working under my sink.
That’s really super
Do you think the resin alone on both sides would suffice? Looks like very strong resin
Honestly I'm not sure because I never considered it.
I am super curious to know how long this repair lasted. Also, are there complications when attempting another repair over the same site?
It's been going strong for several months, but it needs to be done meticulously because certain cracks are hard to get to. Regarding the ability to do another repair over this one, I really don't know. I simply did this because I felt I had nothing to lose and the cost was cheap. If it fails someday, I would bite the bullet and buy a new one. But so far, so good.
And if you attempt this yourself be extremely careful. The fumes are a serious concern.
I tried this on my crack. Boy, did it hurt!!!! I haven't been able to sit down for 3 days! Did I do something wrong?
I want to know what you do when the threaded sleaves pull out that hold the motor to the pump housing on the wisper flo?
The super flo housing are shit but if you can't get from inside on pressureized system will never hold next time if you have ball valves just remove plugs from pump to let water out get good and dry close multiport a valve on discharge side of pump would be best case .take apart a union ball valve hook up shop vac or cyclone to ball valve create vacuum close valve while vacuum is still running you will be able to draw in your super glue or marine jb weld from the outside in at trouble area with out having to break down pump and fool with all that shit I've had it last for a while but the housing on those if left in direct sun and chemical wear it's gone keep on getting more pin holes it's envitable super Flo the big brother of that pump has the same issue over time last a lil bit longer easier to prime too
You had me at alcohol. New sub
Welcome aboard!
Hi Merv, great educational footage. Thank you! I'm looking to repair an internal component for a whippy ice cream machine. Would the superglue and baking soda be safe to use to fill the cracks in the components? You're AMAZING! Thank you!
Hmmm. I really don't know about the health implications of that.
My crack is just fine the way it is thanks.
Thanks
No problem
Epoxy everything
Al Pachino!?....i think Scarface is more accurate! nice work man
Thanks!
You could have used the super glue and backing soda in the first place. Just clean with alcohol first then use the super glue and soda on top. less smell and it will work.
You Sir, Crack me up!
Glad you enjoyed the video. Happy to have you as a viewer!
Wouldnt a sheet of fiber glass and epoxy work better?
Not so sure about that.
Well, your voice is kind of unbelievable. You need to be a voice actor or something.
Thank you.
Good tutorial about plastic welding! Also, I thought it was narrated by Sam Elliott at first. So I just continued to pretend it was.
Perception is reality, friend.
Twitch ASMR of Merv, NOW ! 😛
😉
My experiences with plastic welding have always been less than desirable if I didn't use the same type of plastic. HDPE with HDPE, PP with PP. Mixing plastics in my own experiences have ALWAYS turned out to be just fine - for a while, then the 2 different plastic types will separate OR begin to separate. 🙄
I really think a two part epoxy would work better
It needs to seep down into the crack.
Could have just roughed it up with some sand paper and used jb weld or some other epoxy...
I always clean my crack out with rubbing alcohol.
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🤝
J-B weld.
How the fuck did I just find this guy😂
I just wanna know why zip ties on the bedside table,hhmmmm?😂😂😂😂😂😂
You wouldn't believe the stuff Helen keeps there.
😂❤
the jokes are funny
Party at Al Pacino's house, with his Little Friend...
Fix your crack! Visit your proctologist today!
😂😂😂😂
by doing unnecessary thing's making process complicated.
So, We just ignoring the fact he has "bear teeth"??🤔
😂
Well let me know when you start reading. Read the Bible Genesis through Revelation. I would listen to the whole series.
While I can certainly see the value in that, perhaps you can request a slightly shorter piece of material? 😊
Why don’t you just bed-liner the inside and out… $10 5 mins done… last 20 years…
Hmm. That's an interesting idea! I might try that on another project.
If a homeowner doesn't have the means to replace a pool pump when it gets old, broken, and inefficient; then They're not worth my time and effort. This is just polishing a turd.
I once tried to fix a blower attachment similar to what was done by @doublewide6 Repairs LLC in the video you plugged. My result was a miserable fail. 🤥
Sorry to hear that. Doublewide6 is the man!
Thanks
Welcome