PVC Joint Leak

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Nov 9, 2017
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I started noticing progressively less and less pressure in both our in ground jacuzzi as well as the pool then determined that I have a leak at a PCV joint just before the pool pump (see photo), which causes an alternating leak/suction phenomenon, so the pump never really builds up appropriate pressure.

I'm not sure, but it appears that this was previously spot "patched" with an epoxy or some other compound?

I understand the general use an application of pvc joint compound for irrigation and plumbing etc - but not really sure what would be best to plug this very problematic leak?

Suggestions?
 

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Some folks will try and slather the area with marine epoxy or PVC glue and hope it seals the leak. That works better on a leak on the pressure side then the suction side where your leak is.

I think you need to bite the bullet and repipe from the pump and the valve into the ground. I can't tell from that close up pic the degree of difficulty in doing it.

Any plug is not likely to last, especially because you already have a bunch of all the prior patches on it.

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The pipe end into the pump should be threaded, so don't cut it off unless it's glued. The valve joint looks like it's been repaired before. It looks like there's a 2.5" collar on the outside of the joint (like the other two ports on the valve). It was probably from a 2.5 coupler that was cut and replaced with 2" pipe into the valve socket. IMHO, I think you're probably gonna have to replace that valve.:(
 
Thank you all SO MUCH for the feedback!

To give more context, I will at some point (in the not too far future) need to replace my rusted and badly aging pump, so I would REALLY like to come up with a temporary fix. If it lasts only a couple of years, I'm ok with that.

I opted to try the Loctite marine epoxy - I cleaned up the area and applied a few minutes ago. I'm going to let it fully cure for 24 hours and report back.

I also ordered some self fusing silicone tape to try if the epoxy doesn't do the trick.

Thanks again all!
 
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