can the hose be repaired if it springs aleak
1175975
My husband cut and pasted the two ends together. Not very effective for long term use.
1175976
Not worth it. Threw it out. Not sure it could be fixed. Not by me for sure.
1175977
I don't know. it is still winter and have not used it. that question may need to the manufacturer.
1175978
The inside layer of our hose failed for no obvious reason. I did not see any way of repairing it.
73520
I actually don't remember if my hose came with the spring or not. I believe it did as the fittings are on the hose and the spring does not slide over the fittings. I do remember the installation was very easy. Good luck.
1652770
There is a hose listed at www.mccullochsteam.com - accessories link - for replacement parts
1201134
No, the hose kit brings a small tube that you have to insert the hose, it should be cut to about 5 cm. from the base and tube hose tied with the new hose above, so you repair from outside not inside, sorry
1440720
you can splice it, a barbed coupling (brass or plastic) would work fine. Any home center should them. Another way and I think better and easier is to use a piece of rubber hose whose inside diameter is the same as the outside diameter of the damaged hose. I had a piece of auto heater hose that was just the right size, 5/8 inside diameter. Cut out the bad place, slip the two ends inside the larger hose and put electrical tape around it. Works great.
1374846
I've had the hose little over 30 days. So far, no break or has it spring a leak. I don't know the answer for more than 6 or more months.
1779204
I think it depends where the leak is. If it's in a flat smooth area a tire or swimming pool patch might do. If it appears to be near a seam or valve it may be more difficult to fix.
285569
You could try a test patch in an easy place to remove if it doesn't work. I haven't used it on a radiator hose where it would get hot.
628598
im not happy about the hose. it leaks & breaks. I have answerd your question regarding the hose & so far no reply . dont send me any more questins regarding your stupid items
952724
No - they are not repairable. I've never had a problem with the springs that provide traction wearing out - usually the molded elastic vinyl breaks after a couple of seasons and I have to buy a new set. But I don't mind since they are so effective and not very expensive.
2215063
Sure is -Update 8/2/14 - These leaks can be fixed. Went to Lowes and bought a small plastic fitting and 2 small hose clamps. With a pair of scissors I cut out about 1 ft on either side of the leak. I inserted the fitting, placed the two hose clamps and then secured the open area with duct tape to cover the entire opening.Works fine again for $1.50! Bought two more because I love them.
1245658
Yes. My only concern, would be the supplied coil hose. If over stretched regularly, you'll need to upgrade to a sturdier /longer hose.
13485
I am sure there is a way to patch it, but the company has a pretty good warranty and a lifetime warranty against leaks. I haven't had any troubles with leaking yet with moderate use so far.
1616745
Yes, but this product rusts almost immediately. There are much better products for a lot less money. To answer your question a new hose which is wound from the store works pretty well, but a hose which has been streched is useless.No not buy.
938022
You can repair it with the kit. You will need to cut the old hose and hand piece somewhere near the base (maybe 3 inches or so) and you will receive a little spicing coupler that will go into that remaining piece of hose on the base unit and also into the end of the hose on the new kit hose and handle. They will send you easy to understand instructions with the kit. I understand why you would have questions as they don't give these type explanations but rather include them only with the kit. I went into this blindly but it all became clear when you get the kit and review the instructions.
193837
I bet the hose is the costly part and if you could get a replacement it wouldn't be much less cost than a full replacement. Mine is starting to leak already but will probably make it through until next season.
1846886
Well since it only took five minutes for the hose to fail and spring leaks I can't say. It is a piece of junk.