fresh water tank fill hose leak

[Pat G]

Looking for a simple fix. I have a crack in the flexible fill hose that connects to the fresh water tank. The leak is just above the metal strap that holds the hose to the tank. I can't disconnect the hose because the strap is barely accessible and the screw that tightens the strap is rusted and pointing in the wrong direction. I'm hoping for an easy fix --- maybe a waterproof tape, maybe cutting out the bad section. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks Pat G

[HiJoeSilver]

The screw posts on the hose clamps are usually also bolt shaped. You should be able to get a ratchet with socket on it and loosen it a little at a time. Push the hose down so it's under the clamp or try trimming a little bit and putting back on and retighten the hose clamp.

[Jim Foster]

Cut the old rusty hose clamp off with a Dremel and cutting disk. Don't try to repair an old leaking hose. Replace the hose and use new stainless hose clamps.
Do it right and be done with it.


Sent from my iPhone using Airstream Forums