Recent content by squeakyg

The pool putty spread in the last set of photos sealed the skimmer leak. The dye just goes straight down into the water and sits their indefinitely inside all parts of the skimmer. No dye going into the outlet hole either and that is also a real relief. I couldn't be more pleased with this...

I spent a lot of time pushing the stuff all the way down in the crevices trying to make sure there were no air pockets. I feathered the edges though its hard to tell from the pics. The stuff feathers excellent with a wet finger tip. I am most paranoid that I didn't clean the surfaces enough...

Alright I mixed it up and decided to give this stuff a try since this is clearly what was already put down. Its curing now.

Here is the data sheet and instructions for the Atlas Pool Putty (2-part epoxy). Attached

Ted, I got loose on the Grey Goose and watched the Heat whip up on the Magic! Here is the brand epoxy I was able to find (pic). Cures right in the water. I going to see if i can find a little literature on the particular brand but I am pretty confident working with epoxies.

Xpert and Dman, I hear you. I have the these brands dope and cement in the pic. That Plastaid stuff looks like it might hold real promise. I have been watching the vids concerning it. Its on the way! I am thinking about: 1) Chipping away that roll of putty that really didn't do the job. 2)...

Thanks Ted. I am usually not one to entertain bandage approaches, however, these alternatives to rebuilding the skimmer section might allow me to do the long term research I need to find out how to best and most cost effectively implement the long term solution of skimmer replacement. So if...

Just my left brain - logical mind says that this bandage attempt is worth a try because of the simplicity of the solution. I am a little familiar with pipe dope and will go out and get some to play around with. I will not put any on yet, but I am entertaining your solution. If you come back...

Not even close. Yes, at least two leaks and in those places to start. I have no replacement tile and did not plan on retiling..... but hey I hadn't planned on a lot of things. There a few more pics attached. I appreciate your input.