Fix Broken Cracked Plastic - TOYS, CAR PARTS, POOL PUMPS, TOOLS

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Fix Broken Cracked Plastic - TOYS, CAR PARTS, POOL PUMPS, TOOLS | How to Plastic Weld

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Жыл бұрын

Fixing a leaking, cracked pool pump, a car bumper, headlights, lawn tools ... If you have broken plastic, knowing how to plastic weld and use this special resin can really help.
Thanks to ‪@doublewide6‬ ‪@jnull0‬ and ‪@bctruck‬ for the inspiration!
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Learning methods to plastic weld is priceless and inexpensive. On this project, I saved tons of money and repairing your broken plastic parts can help you do the same. Now I choose plastic welding over glueing every time I need to fix damaged plastic.
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@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

*Leave a comment and tell me about your experience with fixing plastic.*

@rondhole Жыл бұрын

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.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Great info!

@randybugger3006 Жыл бұрын

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.

@jayviz Жыл бұрын

I had a broken handle from a wind up hose spool and I was looking for a way to repair it. Hoping this works

@Batmicheal Жыл бұрын

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.

@lauraaustin1998 15 күн бұрын

Worth watching even if you don't need to fix something!

@arcturusthelion 2 ай бұрын

Lol "make sure to clean your crack with some rubbing alcohol" damn, that's gotta sting! Good job brotha! 😂

@benisplayin Жыл бұрын

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.

@markahad6583 Жыл бұрын

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 🇨🇦.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@markahad6583 Жыл бұрын

@@MervsServiceSecrets I just repaired one of those plastic flower urns from Lowe’s and my wife is really happy 😃!!! You’re the man, Merv.

@petemiller519 10 ай бұрын

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.

@franksuniga5097 11 ай бұрын

Not only I like the way u talk but also the way u explain your work

@derekjscott1 3 ай бұрын

His voice has a soothing Sam Elliot quality.

@jayanthiramakrishnan5130 Жыл бұрын

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!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thanks to you and your Dad!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

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/?

@erichuynh6367 Жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thank you. “Go back to bed Helen. Nothing to see here.” Lol 😂

@vampiregoat69 Жыл бұрын

I love the GLORY shots and the main money shot

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Much obliged. @demillevantigo7432 worked hard.

@demillevantigo7432 Жыл бұрын

@@MervsServiceSecrets The smell of those fumes was sooo disgusting.

@ericsmith2454 Жыл бұрын

The commentary is second to none.

@albertubaldo8652 Жыл бұрын

Good sense of humor I always wanted to have a grandpa that teach me how to fix things and use tools...and save money

@maybehuman4 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very kindly! Will that hot glue trick stand up to water?

@maybehuman4 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Noice! I'll remember that for next time. Thanks!

@joepadilla7871 Жыл бұрын

You just gave me an idea

@CriticalInception Жыл бұрын

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.

@joepadilla7871 Жыл бұрын

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

@G__Mason Жыл бұрын

Lmao I just left the pool shop and was quoted $500 as well. Immediately pulled up KZfaq and found ya … thanks brotha!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Happy to help.

@cadillac1smith485 Жыл бұрын

😂, 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.

@sailorsg4444 11 ай бұрын

You are fun to see. Well done sir. Keep up the good work.

@MervsServiceSecrets 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@bparker86 8 ай бұрын

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.

@MervsServiceSecrets 8 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@naomireaves3742 Жыл бұрын

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! 🥰

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you, Naomi! Yep, I remember you. You've been with us for quite some time now. Hope all is well.

@naomireaves3742 Жыл бұрын

@@MervsServiceSecrets Gosh, you know how to make a girl feel special! Helen is one lucky lady! 😊

@cdcdogs4961 Жыл бұрын

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! 👏🏼🥰

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@vampiregoat69 Жыл бұрын

LOVE this guys sense of humor

@Harounson1 Жыл бұрын

the best way and easy is the epoxy

@Oldbroad1 Жыл бұрын

Some zip ties I found on Helen’s bedside table 😂😂😂😂 you’re a hoot! 👍

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

😁

@fishntools Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad I found you folks!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@averageguy1261 Жыл бұрын

Merv! Your content is GREAT! You're hilarious.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@gussygoro2469 7 ай бұрын

This worked! Thanks Merv!

@MervsServiceSecrets 7 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@keethkipp7376 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Welcome! And thanks!

@tkt300 Жыл бұрын

You are great with detailed explanation. You have a good broadcasting voice. Thank you for the tips...from Malaysia.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😃

@bctruck Жыл бұрын

Great Fix Merv!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thanks, bro! You motivated me!

@RichieRich845 Ай бұрын

Tip, put some petroleum jelly in the super glue cap, it will never stick and the nozzle will never clog. 👍

@MervsServiceSecrets Ай бұрын

Great point!

@416loren Жыл бұрын

I kept expecting Red Green.

@robr471 Жыл бұрын

New fan here, I had to subscribe. Genius technique and humor.

@bobbojones8157 Жыл бұрын

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 .

@benisplayin Жыл бұрын

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.

@albertgallegos9938 Жыл бұрын

Great vid, and oh, nice voice action going on there Cowboy!!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 I try.

@rossflores4394 Жыл бұрын

That's pretty awesome merve. Won't forget that one. Who am kidding I already forgot damn.

@AXNJXN1 Жыл бұрын

'Fing Hilarious!!!! Had to subscribe!

@Debbyiamme Жыл бұрын

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.

@JMl82daquest Жыл бұрын

You had me at alcohol. New sub

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@SteveLum Жыл бұрын

Innovative and entertaining. Love the humor. Well done and was just what I was looking for to effect repairs on some broken plastic items

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@misodinamosa Жыл бұрын

I don’t even have a pool 😮 but I can still use it on something else, thank you!

@gussygoro2469 9 ай бұрын

That’s really super

@Farm_fab Жыл бұрын

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.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Wow! Interesting stuff! I might just try that next time.

@_DST0NE_ Жыл бұрын

Had me cracking up 😂 great video.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@user-jq4gu3yj9l 9 ай бұрын

Yes it helps shore will try it

@dgmenace73 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, this will help on some atv plastic repair I have to do!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

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.

@deirdreann1343 Жыл бұрын

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

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

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.

@robertdaone Жыл бұрын

"Fix your crack" was what I was told while I was working under my sink.

@mb_a5383 Жыл бұрын

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

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

@johnnypunish 11 ай бұрын

Merv, you're freakin hilarious! Love it

@derekjscott1 3 ай бұрын

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

@MervsServiceSecrets 2 ай бұрын

Interesting stuff ! Thanks for watching.

@PAPATexas Жыл бұрын

Good job! You remind me of my buddy Ichiban Moto!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks

@uberdome1 Жыл бұрын

A soldering iron will not infighter flammables. A spark or flame is necessary.

@ruipedrovilarinho5560 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@MervsServiceSecrets 11 ай бұрын

Welcome

@frankl643 Жыл бұрын

I do think you may try the JB weld to fix the leakage.

@miyamotomusashi001 Жыл бұрын

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.

@gergemall Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Funny too . Glad I found your channel. We subscriber. Thx ❤

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@jd83241 Жыл бұрын

not bad. funny voice! many of these repairs can be done with super glue and baking soda as well.

@mazyrun09 Жыл бұрын

Great vid , thanks buddy !! 😂👍

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@TheBusdriver72 Жыл бұрын

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?

@percyfaith11 Жыл бұрын

My crack is just fine the way it is thanks.

@dk101likeu 8 ай бұрын

Al Pachino!?....i think Scarface is more accurate! nice work man

@MervsServiceSecrets 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@1noduncle Жыл бұрын

Epoxy everything

@plasticman3952 Жыл бұрын

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.

@thyubernoob Жыл бұрын

You Sir, Crack me up!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video. Happy to have you as a viewer!

@idonthaveahandle2000 Жыл бұрын

Well, your voice is kind of unbelievable. You need to be a voice actor or something.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@down2earth838 Жыл бұрын

I use crushed charcoal and super glue and it’s super strong

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Wow!

@zacharychristian9762 Жыл бұрын

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

@kennylavay8492 Жыл бұрын

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.

@Brock-le-Hurst Жыл бұрын

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!

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Hmmm. I really don't know about the health implications of that.

@eCitizen1 Жыл бұрын

I am super curious to know how long this repair lasted. Also, are there complications when attempting another repair over the same site?

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

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.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

And if you attempt this yourself be extremely careful. The fumes are a serious concern.

@jaybee848 Жыл бұрын

J-B weld.

@Lando1020 Жыл бұрын

Do you think the resin alone on both sides would suffice? Looks like very strong resin

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Honestly I'm not sure because I never considered it.

@FridayHouseXYZ Жыл бұрын

Good tutorial about plastic welding! Also, I thought it was narrated by Sam Elliott at first. So I just continued to pretend it was.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Perception is reality, friend.

@derekjscott1 3 ай бұрын

the jokes are funny

@dalejuhl8591 Жыл бұрын

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. 🙄

@AHMEDGAIUSROME Жыл бұрын

Twitch ASMR of Merv, NOW ! 😛

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

😉

@kenthomas4668 Жыл бұрын

I really think a two part epoxy would work better

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

It needs to seep down into the crack.

@Victorylap-fy4ke 2 ай бұрын

I always clean my crack out with rubbing alcohol.

@sitano Жыл бұрын

Party at Al Pacino's house, with his Little Friend...

@jackbauer2698 Жыл бұрын

Fix your crack! Visit your proctologist today!

@mgodbee Жыл бұрын

How the fuck did I just find this guy😂

@oni_goroshi Жыл бұрын

Could have just roughed it up with some sand paper and used jb weld or some other epoxy...

@yanasitta Жыл бұрын

Wouldnt a sheet of fiber glass and epoxy work better?

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Not so sure about that.

@dsg4797 Жыл бұрын

I just wanna know why zip ties on the bedside table,hhmmmm?😂😂😂😂😂😂

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

You wouldn't believe the stuff Helen keeps there.

@MIND9988T Жыл бұрын

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🤝

@RealButcher Жыл бұрын

😂❤

@curedham2963 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@abubakarsiddiquesabbir718 Жыл бұрын

by doing unnecessary thing's making process complicated.

@J_The_Detailer Жыл бұрын

So, We just ignoring the fact he has "bear teeth"??🤔

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

😂

@Batmicheal Жыл бұрын

Well let me know when you start reading. Read the Bible Genesis through Revelation. I would listen to the whole series.

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

While I can certainly see the value in that, perhaps you can request a slightly shorter piece of material? 😊

@dillwack Жыл бұрын

Why don’t you just bed-liner the inside and out… $10 5 mins done… last 20 years…

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Hmm. That's an interesting idea! I might try that on another project.

@TeZNight Жыл бұрын

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.

@jayviz Жыл бұрын

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. 🤥

@MervsServiceSecrets Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. Doublewide6 is the man!