Hose reel and pump connectors

[DJTheWindowCleaner]

When WFP work fine I love it but when random things happen... Got up to find my shureflo wingnut pump connector had spent the night leaking. Just dripping from the white arm I think rather than the black screw. Tightened it but still dripping. Then I discover the claber connector at the end of my hose to the reel is dripping like crazy. The outer one between pump and reel had dripped for a bit but not too bad. I really don't know what's caused it as I've not touched anything since I got my van set up nearly 2 years ago. Any suggestions on what to check or change much appreciated guys. Thanks.

 

[Iron Giant]

Claber connectors are a pile of trash now and leak easily, Get some of the metal ones Gardiners sell loads better.

As for the wing nut a few wraps of ptfe plumbers tape around the thread should do the trick.

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[DJTheWindowCleaner]

Cheers, I usually check Gardiners out first. I guess it is one of those days today as my pole hose got snagged and put a hole in it!! Time to just go to bed and try again tomorrow!!

 

[steve garwood]

Yeh as above, get yourself brass connections. Mine has been fitted to two reels in my van for 9 years and no drips :thumbsup:

 

[DJTheWindowCleaner]

Is there a metal one that fits inside the reel to the microbore hose?

 

[Tuffers]

The reason the Claber is leaking on the reel is that it's worn out. The white teeth that grip the male part turn when the reel turns, this makes them wear and not connect as snugly.

 

[Dave B]

This is what i would use instead

Quick-Release Straight Through Coupling with 1/2" Hose Barb - Garden Hose 1/2" Couplings - Hose Fittings & Adapters - Pump & Hose - All Products Gardiner Pole Systems

gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/all-products/pump-hose/hose-fittings-adapters/garden-hose-couplings/quick-release-straight-through-coupling-with-6mm-hose-barb.html

gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/all-products/pump-hose/hose-fittings-adapters/garden-hose-couplings/hozelock-type-brass-hose-reel-fitting-swivel-elbow.html

 

[jimmyboots]

Might be worth putting a straight connector from your filter. Could put less strain on the connector

Caravan Marine Inboard Shurflo Pump Barbed Fittings | eBay

 

[DJTheWindowCleaner]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I'll check em out.

 

[DJTheWindowCleaner]

This is what i would use insteadQuick-Release Straight Through Coupling with 1/2" Hose Barb - Garden Hose 1/2" Couplings - Hose Fittings & Adapters - Pump & Hose - All Products Gardiner Pole Systems

gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/all-products/pump-hose/hose-fittings-adapters/garden-hose-couplings/quick-release-straight-through-coupling-with-6mm-hose-barb.html

gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/all-products/pump-hose/hose-fittings-adapters/garden-hose-couplings/hozelock-type-brass-hose-reel-fitting-swivel-elbow.html

I ordered these and fit them today. The brass swivel connection and metal connector on the outside of the reel are now nicely not leaking; however the one on the inside of the reel connecting my hose is still dripping like crazy. I've o-clipped it nice and tight. Very puzzled now.

I'll be on first name terms with staff at gardiners packing department after this week!

 

[Alex Gardiner]

I ordered these and fit them today. The brass swivel connection and metal connector on the outside of the reel are now nicely not leaking; however the one on the inside of the reel connecting my hose is still dripping like crazy. I've o-clipped it nice and tight. Very puzzled now.I'll be on first name terms with staff at gardiners packing department after this week!

If the inside connection is still leaking it could be the rubber O ring seal on the male connector that has worn with use. It would be worth replacing the O ring seal and seeing if this cures it.

 

[DJTheWindowCleaner]

If the inside connection is still leaking it could be the rubber O ring seal on the male connector that has worn with use. It would be worth replacing the O ring seal and seeing if this cures it.

Thanks Alex. Every time a new plroblem comes up it's a learning curve so just trying to figure it out. Where can I get O ring seals from?

 

[Dave B]

Ebay..type in hozelock o ring seals

 

[Iron Giant]

As above or go to a local diy store and get a threaded tap fitting for a garden tap for less than a quid and take O ring of that

 

[Aqua-pure Portadown]

If the inside connection is still leaking it could be the rubber O ring seal on the male connector that has worn with use. It would be worth replacing the O ring seal and seeing if this cures it.

mine was leaking also replaced the O rings problem cured [emoji16][emoji16]

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