Leaky Python

[cvermeulen]

I've got a python that's only a month or so old... and it sucks in air bubbles at the shutoff valve when emptying, and leaks a steady stream of water when refilling. Is this common?

The stupid thing is already on the slow side for emptying my tank, the air bubble leakage only makes it worse.

 

[toehead11183]

tighten the shutoff, maybe add a washer or silicone. the hose is probably not pushed all the way up in the shut off.

 

[rallysman]

I've had that happen when I got sand in it and turned the shutoff......... I cracked it. Make sure it has no cracks, and the hoses are tight. I had to replace my fitting though.

 

[cvermeulen]

Nah I figured it out. I removed the phillips screw from the valve and popped the handle off - the O-ring seal was all out of place, so I re-seated it and now she's golden. Thanks!

 

[cichlid savage]

Neccessity the mother of invention. Good job.