(:HowTo:) Permanently Fix a Leak/Crack in an RV Black or Grey Water Holding Tank ~#1: Best Method

[@themin245]

*Works so well **Fastly.Cool** that it only requires daytime operation until high temp and humidity are overnight. It is difficult to get to side filters, but back is easily accessible.*

[@jusken7853]

Amazing repair guide. I honestly thought I was into an expensive tank change. I checked out several repair videos but none even came close to this one. Thanks so much!

[@TrailerDayz]

You're welcome!

[@tylerhowerton8518]

Hey man I just wanted to thank you 🙏🏻 I ripped the outlet off my black tank. I searched for a new tank and everyone had me at weeks out for a replacement and nobody would sell a universal tank. I was able to do the repair and it actually worked 😂 I’m so thankful that when I ripped it off we had just left a campsite and we had just cleaned the tank 😂 thank you buddy you saved me a solid $300 👍🏻💪🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@TrailerDayz]

Awesome! Glad you got back on the road

[@The1Creston]

Great tutorial. Thank you. I too cringed at the lack of gloves, but that said. Your really doing us all a great service by teaching us this repair technique. 😀

[@victorsaco9618]

I just performed your repair on my tank. Using the shavings and fiberglass screen is pure genius. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@TrailerDayz]

Glad to help! :)

[@roblambie7937]

Well my grey water tank split while traveling. Found this video, did everything he did. Well let me tell you it's been a week and everything works great. Gotta say thanks.

[@frankwhitcomb5964]

This technique is great! Simple, easy, and effective. I was amazed at how well it worked. I purchased a used 5th wheel and found that the grey water tank was leaking. Did some exploring and found that the tank had cracked in two places- one crack was about 8" long, the other about 2". The cracks had been repaired before with some sort of rubberized material and a tape covering (not flex seal, but something else.) Cleaned that all off with acetone then followed the instructions on this vid and PRESTO! Solid tank once again!

[@TrailerDayz]

Awesome!

[@alison1jane]

How has the crack repair held up after time?

[@cherie5649]

This is THE BEST video I've found on repairing the tank. THANK YOU!!!

[@TrailerDayz]

Glad to help!

[@gigi_pink]

Really appreciate your step by step instructions. I completed this repair and it looks great very professional outcome. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@TrailerDayz]

You are welcome! Glad to help people solve their tank woes!

[@jamesmartinez1513]

Great tutorial. Just discovered a minor leak on my black tank and this might just be my ticket to fix.

[@cruzincondo3395]

Thanks a lot, I learned so much. Drilling holes is the key procedure. Don't forget protective eye wear & gloves

[@jenslind3839]

Fantastic video! Have used this trick on both grey and black tank as the RV is reaching 20+ years! No problems or leaks since😊

[@pegb856]

Wonderful detailed tutorial. You've been MIA, I'm glad to see you're back. Thanks for the video.

[@TrailerDayz]

I've been focused more on my other channels and ventures. I have a backlog of videos to edit and upload though, so there will be more to come shortly :)

[@sjodmgrp]

Have used your instructions and this method to fix both my grey and black tanks and my shower basin and cracked shower walls. Thank you. This works amazing and permanent!

[@TrailerDayz]

sjodmgrp Thanks for the feedback!

[@alison1jane]

How has the crack repair held up after time?

[@sjodmgrp]

@@alison1jane amazing, its has held up for over 5 years now, and is solid. No leaks.

[@MrRChitty]

Dude, you are spot on with this repair!!!! I did the gray and black and used the heavy duty fiberglass dog screen. Thank you!!

[@lisakukla459]

Wow, not nearly as difficult as I thought it would be. I've got an underbelly full of water right now, and I'm pretty sure it's from a crack in my grey tank. I'm really glad to know I'll be able to fix it on my own.

[@TrailerDayz]

It's definitely worth a try before buying/installing a new tank.

[@lisakukla459]

@@TrailerDayz Yeah, I totally agree. I'm so nervous about what I'm going to find when I open it up. It's basically been raining since I moved in in January, so that puddle didn't raise any red flags for me. There's a real possibility that it's been leaking the whole time, but I just noticed the dripping today. I hope I haven't created a disaster. This is my only home. Yikes... I'm so grateful for channels like yours to turn to. Thank you for taking the time to do these videos.

[@alghirab]

Going to try this method on our leaky grey water tank. Very glad to have a guide to consult!

[@TrailerDayz]

Glad to help! There weren't any videos on the subject when I posted it.

[@philipshields1183]

Great video and I thank you because I know one of my tanks I have at least two pipes going into which would be a nightmare to repair like you did in your other one where you missed the vent pipe. I have a keystone cougar with leaks just above the outlet pipes on two tanks due to extremely substandard support system that some brain dead engineer came up with. Your method worked awesome as it turned out my tanks were ABS I assume because the stuff doesn't peel off like someone else said in this thread I got lucky and mine was actually ABS obviously so this worked. The problem, was the acetone settled in this low spot were my leaks are and even after the repair continued to eat away at the plastic causing the entire area to be super soft and flexible as basically there's acid sitting on top of it trying to eat through. My advice to people using your method if the leak is in a low spot, is to do the initial repair then after a few hours put at least 5 gallons of water through, and repeat the process without drilling just add additional patch over the top and you should be golden I think I'm going to do it a couple times if it still feels soft I'm on my second application and it's feeling better already after the flush. Following my initial repair, I discovered an additional leak and ,I was actually pinched for time on an Easter Sunday and all the stores were closed So for the second leak I used turpentine and the oatley clear all-purpose cement which appears to work as well in a pinch but I highly recommend your method I had used the medium duty blue can black cement originally which worked great but if they make a heavy duty I think I'd go that route just because if I could find it and if it exists.

[@Scotwyvern]

Very helpful. My tank has a single straight crack about 6-7 inches long. Ive worked with homemade "goop" before using MEK. This should be easy. Thank you for this video. I had a lot of people telling me to remove the tank before doing this.

[@RosanaHillman]

Hey thank you so much!! I fixed my grey water tank using your video! My tank was cracked real bad. The crack went around a corner and spit in three ways and now its better than new!

[@Philialthway3]

I doubt it's better than new assclown

[@happyhippie79]

@@Philialthway3 stop being a liberal dick you assclown

[@Hannahsbackyardbbq]

You literally saved me here ! Thanks for the video !

[@billjones5178]

Getting started was the hard part. Easy once started, gotta get your mind right. Couple things I discovered, my RV dealer said my black water tank was HDPE black. I was skeptical as 3 mechanics did not know. I contacted Keystone the RV mfd, they looked up part no. And said ABS. ABS IS EASIER to repair w adhesive. I took a piece of screen and ABS adhesive and tested a remote spot on tank and it stuck. I tested on a HDPE barell and dry it peeled right off. Cost little for small can of adhesive to be sure. I did wear disposable blue nitrile gloves, great help pressing fiber glass tape into wet glue. The mesh drywall tape is fiberglass screen w tack adhesive, worked well for me, I put 2 layers at right angles 6 hours apart. My split in tank was 1/2 inch away from 3” drop pipe, 3/4 way around, crack was wide open, maybe 1/4 inch until I fixes cause. End flange short direction 21 “ was not supported at all, in July heat, tank sagged, putting weight of tank onto well supported 3” drop pipe, rotation split tank, weak zone. I cut a 21” angle iron brace , to support short end of tank b4 I started adhesive repair. When pressed in place, it raised tank middle sag, closing crack in tank to near nothing. It will stay there. I am dissatisfied with original engineering on tank install, and lack of tank belly supports. I think we as RV buyers should expect better , thicker tanks, with lifetime replacement repairs, or keep walking. 1000 $ quote and 3 month backlogs by dealer is unacceptable. Nothing to prevent from happening next year if I had a new one installed by dealer. My advise, fix cause of split, before you patch - repair your tank.

[@TrailerDayz]

Glad you got it done!

[@philipshields1183]

This is the exact scenario I have with my keystone. Both tanks (the big ones) are somewhat supported with angle iron but on the Sharp edge not on the flat!!! That's where I would expect a leak actually, since all that weight is basically sitting on a dull knife blade!!! But my leaks and cracks were just past the outlet pipe on the tanks. This seems to have worked that I think all the acetone that doesn't drain out of the tank continues to eat away so I'm now flushing and going to do a couple more treatments because it's super soft and flexible to the touch. I'm going to get some bed frame iron since it's the same size and square off the supports and add additional two assist in the slope as no matter what elevation I set the legs on my trailer It seems there is always going to be water in my tank no matter what I do the way it's currently set up pretty sad these guys have been doing this way too long to have not figured this out I agree with you that it's not right as RV buyers to have to deal with that engineering.

[@soujrnr]

I would have worn latex gloves and used the syringe plunger to draw the stuff up in to the plunger. Much neater. My leak is right at the seam of the outlet tube so I'm going to have to figure out a different fix but this is great for a fix on the horizontal plane. Thanks.

[@philipshields1183]

I had leaks on two tanks just like you and it still worked I just think I'm going to reapply a couple times and let it dry in between, I think the acetone has been sitting at that low point in my tank still wanting to eat away at the plastic maybe a good flush, let it dry out then try again I'm thinking.

[@ScottDLR]

Nice repair! A trick I found for removing ABS cement from your hands is to let it dry and then use Gorilla tape to remove it. The glue peels right off!

[@terrythomas790]

Easier to just peel gloves off, if you put them on first

[@philipshields1183]

Yeah my skin's a little pickier and took over a week to heal It wasn't cool in the interim.

[@zackfaller1746]

Great video I just had a crack in my black water tank and used this video to fix mine The repair itself was pretty simple Taking the under belly down was the worst of it But it's a good time to scrub and bleach the under belly to clean it Also, cutting the shaving to make the glue thicker is a huge Thing it worked great I think it gives it more to stick to and makes a stronger bond I waited 24 hours before second coat just because of work schedule

[@genepersons9741]

It was very good though. I liked it alot. Very informative

[@charlesgraeser6103]

Thank you for this video, I did this repair on my gray water tank but it had a hole the size of a dime and was cracked halfway are the dump valve. It looks good and does not leak.

[@TrailerDayz]

Awesome! Glad I could help!

[@alison1jane]

How has the crack repair held up after time?

[@2-old-Forthischet]

I've repaired many cracks on plastics using marine epoxy. It's pretty easy to use and pretty much a permanent fix.

[@ambush4464444]

Have you done it on yhe bottom of a large tank that holds a lot of water?

[@2-old-Forthischet]

@@ambush4464444 nope. In my cases, I was trying to keep water out of the boat. If my holding tanks in my trailer develop a leak because of a crack, I'd probably replace the tank(s). I've seen and smelled a leaking black tank at an RV park. I felt sorry for the surrounding campers.

[@ronscopes]

How difficult was it to get your hands clean ?

[@user-ql2bz8on7m]

I’d love the video. Good job.

[@brians5562]

Very well done!

[@TrailerDayz]

Thanks! 7 years later it is still holding strong.

[@zacwalden15]

outstanding tutorial, TY

[@curtzblues]

Excellent "how to". Finished off expertly as well. Recommend gloves for MEK (methyl ethyl death). Acetone - much nicer.

[@scottb.innovations4386]

Awesome Vid. I will be doing this in a day or 2.I have one suggestion is to precut your screen to actually area first before any glue work. And if you do make 2 pieces one smaller than the the other and place small one on first. But awesome I will be using all your stepps in my repair

[@sonjapierson2231]

Trying this repair today, seems to be the best as mine is cracked at the very bottom and is under the most weight. Heads up ABS cannot be found in store though. It has to be ordered and shipped to you by Lowes/Home Depot.

[@TrailerDayz]

It's hit or miss in some areas. Many home depots and Lowe's are trying to force everyone to use (more expensive) PVC pipe and fittings for everything and don't caryy ABS pipe, glue, or fittings.

[@Nashrambler7]

My Lowes has abs couplings

[@scflooring8658]

Thanks great info!!

[@judyschiller2687]

Please, can this be used on the white fresh water tank? Of all we’ve watched, this looks like the most practical and permanent.

[@TrailerDayz]

No. Black or Grey only. White poly tanks can only be repaired with spin weld patches

[@bob1117]

Great video however, not all tanks are ABS, many tanks are actually PVC !! ( the tank on my motor home is PVC ) one quick way to know what type of tank you have on the RV is this, if the trap/gate screws into the tank then chances are you have a PVC tank, if the trap is glued to the tank then it's ABS. This is not a 100% true method of determining the type of plastic used on your tank, but it is a good indication. Best to refer to the manufacture of the RV, call or send them an e-mail and ask them what the tank is made of. Another method that is actually the best way to permanently fix the tank is to plastic weld it.

[@billjones5178]

The black tank on my 2014 mfg date Keystone trailer split. I called dealer and they tell me it is black HDPE. Or polyethylene? Now I am trying to figure out how to fix! I do not trust the answer I got from dealer. (3 service techs did not know) Great video. $ 1000 estimate and 2 months lead time for replacement... next one could split too. I will NEVER BUY another RV trailer w tanks that do not have a life time tank replacement warranty. So means I will likely give up camping or go back to tent camping. Anyone ever used a metal tank? Aluminum?

[@dkozicky1]

"spray the shit out of it" LMFAO

[@TerrydeAlaska]

Great Video and detailed instructions! Did you consider plastic welding the crack as well as another layer of repair before the process you laid out?

[@1man1bike1gear]

Good job. Thanks. Going to give it a try.

[@AJ-di3xd]

Awesome tutorial! Thanks!

[@StressLessCamping]

Nothing like the smell of the contents of a vintage RV black tank. I just caught a whiff of this myself as I am working on our own vintage trailer and sincerely appreciate this video. But I don't like the smell of vintage RV poop.

[@VitiatedsHOWTO]

I’m curious if the milky clear mp-6 medium body multi-purpose would work the same It says for pvc cpvc & abs I had to get it because I was in a pinch in a small town & that was only option to replace some pipe before I found this video

[@GadgetClass]

No it won't. ABS cement is actually ABS dissolved in chemicals

[@goddesssme]

We've done three coats and it is still leaking. The crack/leak is up around the top edge on two sides. We overfilled the black tank cleaning it while the release lever was pushed in. The pressure from the water broke the tank and it leaked all over the underbelly.

[@GadgetClass]

watch the other 2 videos in the series and make sure you are using the fiberglass screen and prepping the surfaces properly.

[@jeremyward6602]

This will not work on the newer polyethylene tanks. If someone is having trouble using this method like me, I recommend using an epoxy that is marine grade. G Flex 655 worked wonders for my polyethylene tank. Its made by west systems. Good video though. Cheers.

[@TrailerDayz]

Yeah. This is only for black ABS plastic tanks. For poly tanks, I prefer spin-weld patches.

[@jeremyward6602]

@@TrailerDayz Yeah, that may be the better option for most people

[@michaeldoherty2289]

You should have cut and fitted the screen before starting the ABS. Also round off the corners of the screen so there aren't any corners to catch and pull off. And of course......as everyone says. Use gloves. They are cheap at Harbor Freight!

[@RandyK1ng]

This is awesome, thanks for sharing it. While I will be able to drain my tank as best as the open valve will allow, do you think it's important to have it dry in the area where the crack is inside? If so, how to do that? I was thinking removing the valve body and getting a hairdryer in there, but acetone is pretty hygroscopic, so it may absorb and pull out all the moisture it comes in contact with. Thoughts?

[@TrailerDayz]

If you leave the valve open for a day or two, it will be dry enough. If you have a mound of "sediment" near crack, you will want to flush and clean the best you can with a flush wand.

[@RandyK1ng]

@@TrailerDayz Thanks. Fortunately, mine is the grey bathroom tank so expect minimal sediment, and it's been flushed. Mine cracked about 10" right inside that indented ridge to the left of your repair. Cause was that the tanks were supported by a flimsy "C" channel mounted on its back that sagged and offered no real support to the tanks. Will be replacing with a small I-beam with a 2-3" web if I can find it. :)

[@markgregory7306]

@@RandyK1ng probably too late now, but unistrut may be an alternative. It's smaller, lighter and plenty strong enough for the task at hand. It's also painted, or zinc plated, so it won't rust.

[@Theoregoncoastexplored]

Why not just cut a hole around the crack and use a black abs patch and sealant and screw it back on? It's a small enough crack to do that. Mine is bout 6 or 7 in long so I have to patch.

[@oktriplea5746]

Thanks Wonderfull .

[@TrailerDayz]

You're welcome :)

[@wolfwiley92]

Thank you 🙏🏻!!!

[@dalefriedhoff4098]

Will this same process and the materials used work on a white fresh water tank?

[@TrailerDayz]

Absolutely not. Look into spin welding poly tanks

[@jetfxr27]

SMART!

[@phil_1879]

I used jb weld for water leaks before I saw this video, I sanded most of it off the best I could . Will abs cement still stick if it's not completely off?

[@AJ-di3xd]

Liked and subscribed!

[@Nashrambler7]

Is the heavy duty stuff Oatey 30916 ABS Extra Special Cement or something else? I wasn’t able to find a link for the stronger stuff you recommend rather than having to melt abs pieces.

[@keithorlando6652]

Awesome video! Are you able to sand it smooth when finished?

[@philipshields1183]

If you let the shavings completely dissolve before applying it will be smoother than the original tank itself levels.

[@francesoutlaw7021]

My bassinet cracked and was leaking. I used a condom and superglue. I fixed it good!

[@1bakerblue]

Hey Question for you. If I pull the tank out and do those same fixes will that work as well... I have a 1969 Aristocrat Landmark trailer and the tank has a few leaks. But because the trailer is old, the tank is a combo tank, both Gray and black in the same tank... I hope this works, thanks Rudy

[@dchaplin69]

Fingernail polish remover is diluted with water and fragrance.

[@davesproul4349]

I followed your video step-by-step using all the same materials. After curing for 24+ hours, I filled the tank with water. Had instant leak. At first I thought maybe I had another leak on top of the tank running down over the patched area, but that is not the case. The leak is coming though the patched area. I am not sure what happened. The cured ABS cement has crazing marks, if that is any indication of what might have happened. I have photos I could send if there is a way to PM you. Would appreciate any advice before I start sanding it down and starting over.

[@TrailerDayz]

You have to do multiple coats over multiple days with a good overnight cure between coats. If you try to lay it on too thick in one application, it can crack and separate while drying.

[@davesproul4349]

@@TrailerDayz I did two coats over two days allowing overnight curing. I will try a couple more coats and see what happens. Should I add more screen? The crack was very small (about 1" long). I drilled relief holes on both ends. Thx.

[@TrailerDayz]

@@davesproul4349 I would sand it back to where you can see the top of the screen. Try to identify exactly where the water is coming from and the then apply 3 more coats over that. The screen is mostly to reinforce the crack and hold it together.

[@davesproul4349]

@@TrailerDayz Thanks. Will do. Appreciate your advice.

[@ДмитрийМонастырев-х5л]

Purchased: August 2023 - still works GREAT!I kzbin.infoUgkxxsUnXhGsSJLim_XnMHyQK0u3XVaW-CGn live in a studio and during the summer it gets scorching hot - really old building with no ac units. I can’t express how EASY it was to install. This unit has been a life savior during the summer and some days during other seasons where it can still be a bit warm at night. In this small place is my friend, a husky, poodle mix and myself. We need AC - lolI don’t use the dehumidifier option - I’m not sure if it will leak in my house, since I did not install the small draining hose that came with it. May look into it late but I don’t worry about much humidity in the apartment. I don’t understand why the negative reviews since all things mentioned, I personally did not find issues with. Definitely worth it!

[@bornfree2000]

Can you make the thick paste from acetone and ABS chips rather than the ABS cement and chips?

[@TrailerDayz]

It would probably work, but the cement has extra solvents and ingredients that really help. ABS cement can be purchased at any hardware store for under $8, and is worth every penny in this situation

[@JACMAN02]

My leak is on the side of my tank. What would you do differently if gravity was working against you. Everything wants to flow down..

[@lucasellyson6872]

Doesn’t the ABS glue and ABS shavings start setting up quick in the jar?

[@TrailerDayz]

In the presence of Oxygen it does.

[@BKKKevin]

I would suggest a fan to disburse the fumes while you work, a mask and gloves...

[@TrailerDayz]

OK. Everone has their own safety standards.

[@billsmith3250]

My dad was a plumber and worked 20 years for the city sewage department. He'd eat a sandwich while doing a simple job like this. No gloves. I try to maintain his standards out of respect, lol.

[@themanfromthemoon1326]

You touched it!!! EWWWW! haha

[@yeahthatshouldwork]

Its his own brand

[@777-h6d]

@@yeahthatshouldwork lmao

[@waynehoffman3407]

What kind of solvent are you using with the ABS cement to melt the ABS chips..??

[@nmartin5551]

He uses the abs cement to make the paste. He just portions some out and then adds the abs chips and allows the existing solvent to melt the extra chips.

[@sammyreyes63]

How would this type of repair work for a crack that comes down the side and to the bottom of the black water tank? How big of a crack can you repair using this method?

[@TrailerDayz]

Technically any size as long as the tank is structurally sound and properly supported. If there is a support issue that caused the Crack in the first place, you would want to address that when doing the repair

[@silaslongshot941]

Nice patch. A takeoff of 'bondo' and autobody repairs. Should work pretty well!

[@TrailerDayz]

Still holding strong 5 years later.

[@dewill9725]

what is the mixture in the jar

[@youcandoitrv4198]

Is the abs cement also the solvent for the black abs pipe chips

[@billsmith3250]

Yes.

[@dewill9725]

what is the mixture in the jar?

[@sarahtara5546]

What if we already tried to seal the tank unsuccessfully a bunch of times and it's a huge mess under there?

[@TrailerDayz]

You're gonna need to try to get any of the other sealants off.

[@sarahtara5546]

@@TrailerDayz Thank you for your response, sir. We will do our best. Great video, by the way.

[@PerroSucio]

Is there any reason you couldn’t use the Oatey Premium Grade Yellow ABS Cement ?

[@TrailerDayz]

Black ABS cement is actually ABS plastic dissolved in solvent so it will permanently bind with and become ABS. Other cements are just glues, which are designed to stick 2 pieces together in a tight fitting pipe bond.

[@PerroSucio]

@@TrailerDayz thanks very much !

[@snkeyes-ri2hd]

I broke the top of the tank where that stack screws into it, it came completey out but i still have the piece, would this method work to fix that?

[@TrailerDayz]

Jason Campbell Watch the other 2 videos in the series

[@linuxfr33k]

can I use Oatly All Purpose ABS/PVC/CPVC glue? I cannot seem to find the ABS locally and do not want to wait for shipping at this moment

[@GadgetClass]

no! it has to be and cement

[@GadgetClass]

+GadgetClass ABS

[@thirdroompro]

Have you had any luck with the Flex seal?

[@TrailerDayz]

Flex seal is literally a Bandaid. I wouldn't trust it.

[@nmartin5551]

I was told by an RV technician that Flex seal is a nightmare, especially roofs.

[@heatherhammond5252]

Would this work for a 4 foot crack

[@GadgetClass]

Heather Adkins If you do it right. You may want to look at a new tank if the crack is on the bottom though

[@billjones5178]

How do I tell if Black water tank is Black ABS or polyethylene?

[@TrailerDayz]

It will be either black or white

[@billjones5178]

@@TrailerDayz my dealer said my black colored, Black water tank was HDPE, polyethylene! I do not trust the answer. Polyethylene comes in any color u wish. Colored HDPE mud flaps, book binders, black or green ground pads for driving on golf courses and more are common.

[@TrailerDayz]

@@billjones5178 OK... RV industry standard is white for potable and black for Grey and Black. Post a Pic, and the make/model

[@billjones5178]

@@TrailerDayz I understand that Black tank is my Blackwater storage tank! What I wish to know is if my Black colored tank is made of Black ABS or Black High Density Polyethylene plastic, to repair the crack will take different chemical adhesives or different filler for the crack if we have to weld. I have some Black ABS rod, Black HDPE rod, and black PVC. U guys are debating the blackness of a tank. I want to know what the black is made of?m

[@nmartin5551]

@@billjones5178-if you still dont know, there is a comment above that talks about how fittings are applied to help determine. Said cemented fittings are more likely ABS, screwed fittings are more likely PVC or HDPE. But not absolute. Hope it helps.

[@hbrucesmith7934]

Large syringe not found on Amazon...bad link? Any suggestions?

[@TrailerDayz]

amzn.to/29dR467

[@michaeldoherty2289]

You can buy the syringe at any farm store in the Vet supply section. Maybe a pet store as well.

[@078249]

The tank looks like polyethylene. It's rather soft for ABS. Since this was a couple years ago, how did it work out?

[@GadgetClass]

It's ABS. Still holding strong.

[@pilgrimhere652]

My two Sons tell me, Dad, you have a very strange way of fixing things, demolition Dad. Im planning to fix a hole in the black tank of my R.V but Im just gonna clean the area, wet with the resin a thick cloth fiber glass and push in that open crack but having the jack holding pressure until dried out, then place another patch out side over the already fixed surface .. It is just to cover up to stop the stinky climate change venom in the air.

[@fishbustin7926]

Dude, where’s your gloves?

[@NomadicMars]

Abs glue only works on abs plastic. This repair will not work on any other type of plastic.

[@TrailerDayz]

That's true. This repair is for ABS Black/Grey water tanks only

[@alison1jane]

Will this repair work on polypropylene tanks?

[@nmartin5551]

@@alison1janesee above

[@genepersons9741]

Please use gloves next time.

[@tlclyn6753]

Danger not use acetone it will eat your tank up !!!!

[@TrailerDayz]

LOL. That's exactly what it's supposed to do. It acts like a primer in this situation. You could also use PVC primer.

[@sailingsolar]

Use your wand and blow the shit out of it. Literally!

[@racery13]

This is idiotic and dangerous. Do not use the solvents without nitrile gloves and eye protection. Not a bad fix but how about safety first?

[@majorsmackdown]

Put gloves on before using nail polish remover.

[@GadgetClass]

+majorsmackdown I know right?! I'll make sure I put gloves on the next time I clean my nails.

[@terrywaters6186]

Acetone is safe to work with Captain Caution.

[@evlmpyr]

Overkill!

[@dgh3979]

Dude, seriously. No gloves to do this job????? EEWWWWWW!

[@GadgetClass]

Right? ... He probably liked his fingers and rubbed his eyes after touching it too

[@erg0centric]

INHALATION: Harmful by inhalation. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Inhalation of high vapour concentrations can cause CNS-depression and narcosis. Severe overexposure may produce more serious symptoms, including coma and risk of kidney damage. SKIN: Skin absorption may cause toxic effects similar to those described for inhalation.

[@michaeldoherty2289]

You mean licked?

[@WeMediaProject]

ya a bit much.... can you say... cancer causing

[@gregorioramos4778]

Just buy a new tank. I did to much mickey mouse work

[@billsmith3250]

That's silly. This repair is stronger in that area than a new tank. You'll still be using ABS cement installing a new tank. So what did you accomplish?

[@bodiespizza]

Showing the crack - protective gloves (never touched it much) Washing poo off- no gloves - touching poo Acetone - no gloves ABS glue injection - no gloves - grabs dripping adhesive Great video otherwise!