Leak only in FILTER mode on Hayward 244T

[kanekila]

So, I have this leak between the Multiport flange, and the tank flange where they join, but ONLY when I'm in FILTER mode. On recirculate it doesn't leak there. And it when in FILTER mode, it only leaks on one side. That seamed side used to be under the MPV (multi port valve) section for FILTER. When I emptied the tank of water, and rotated it about 120°, it's still leaks in that same spot. I checked for debris, etc., but can find no obvious crack, divots or holes, but there has to be SOMETHING going on. I did suspect a crack, so I marine epoxied at that seam area. It seemed to help, but not much. I'm at the point where I'm thinking just spend the $600 and get a new tank. I'm at my wits end.

Anything else I'm missing to look for? I put a new diverter/gasket unit in it a month ago. Could it be the DIVERTER that's failing somehow?

Help!
Thanks!

 

[JamesW]

Hayward 244T Leak

Hi -- So, my 2009 Hayward S244T developed a bit of a leak where the Vari-Flo top meets the top of the tank, and you use the clamps to seal it. I needed filter media replacement anyway, so I took off the Vari-Flo top off to replace the sand with Blü Filter Balls, and added three unions on...

www.troublefreepool.com

Need just a 244T Hayward 24" tank only

Hi — my tank is a 2009, and has developed a couple small "pin-hole" leaks at the seam. I tried some epoxy from the outside, but it was just a band-aid. My next attempt to save this tank is to take off the multi-port unit, take out the water/sand, let it dry and epoxy from the INSIDE, add new...

www.troublefreepool.com