need a part

[CeeGee]

I need a replacement for my (old style) 6100. The part I need is the piece that attaches to the top and holds it to the magnet. Currently my 6100 keeps falling. I am hoping this piece will fix the issue so I don't have to resort to super glue

Can you point me in the right direction Roger?

Thanks,
C.G.

 

[rvitko]

I am guessing you need the 6080.400 swivel arm, you can order this from Premium Aquatics or on Tunze.com, we have it in stock as should Premium Aquatics.

 

[CeeGee]

That is exactly what I need. Would it arrive quicker if I order it from you or Premium?

Thanks again Roger!

 

[rvitko]

Premium Aquatics should be 1-2 days faster due to being closer to you.

 

[CeeGee]

Thank you once again Roger. Going to order the part today.

 

[CeeGee]

Roger I am having an issue. Over time that channel that this arm slips into has become a little worn I guess. The new arms are not holding for very long. Do you know of any tricks to get this working or do I have no other choice but to use super glue?

 

[rvitko]

Here is how I used to fix this: I take the arm and hold it with pliers about 4-6" over a flame, a gas stove works well. You just want the plastic to get soft, not catch fire or start dripping. Have a cutting board ready. When you see the plastic is shiny and soft, specifically the 6 tabs that engage on the pump, slap it down on the cutting board to flatten and spread the tabs a bit. It should now lock in very tight.

Now, I used to do it that way because these pumps had a lot of life left and it made sense to not glue stuff up for future repairability. These pumps are all nearing the end of the life you can expect from them and I would probably keep it simple and just use a bit of epoxy as once the motor is dead, it is a lost cause so there is little sense in worrying over being able to salvage some small parts.

 

[CeeGee]

What kind of epoxy (exactly what I need ) I am not very educated in such matters.

They have been good pumps and still running strong.

As usual thanks for your help Roger

 

[rvitko]

Just the usual 5 minute epoxy gel you get at any hardware store. You can also use superglue, I prefer epoxy because it is easier to remove later if you ever needed to, it tends to break off as one chunk especially after some months underwater.

 

[CeeGee]

Can I use some of that two part epoxy you use for corals? I have some of that.

 

[Craig Borowski]

Can I use some of that two part epoxy you use for corals? I have some of that.

That might work, but you'd probably have better luck with the kind of epoxy that comes in the syringes. It's more like a gel so wouldn't get pushed out of the way like the putty might when you slide the piece back in.

 

[CeeGee]

I would be a little nervous about buying/using anything like that unless someone could provide me with a link to a product that would definitely be ok to use.

To clarify I don't trust myself

 

[CeeGee]

I guess I will just use superglue since no one knows a safe brand.

 

[rvitko]

Any 2 part 5 minute epoxy would be safe after it is cured. Just the basic stuff that comes in the syringe tubes you can buy at Lowes or Home Depot, just avoid anything that has anti mold, anti mildew additives or JB Weld (contains metal filings).