Great video, Roger, I used flex tape on some similar pipes,but it doesn't hold up to water pressure, but works great for holes/leaks in rain gutters and on some drain pipes !, and yes it will hold that small canoe together!!
What I used flex seal spray for was sealing the bolt holes in my fitting bins in my work truck because the old truck always leaked at the bolts. That about the most I would trust flex seal for
I patched 2 pen size diameter holes on my above ground pool, I sandwiched the holes with flex seal tape, then used 2 strong magnets to clamp the everything together overnight. 3 years later still holding strong 💪
I never thought either of these were worth a durn… till I used the tape. I bought some of the 4” tape and used it to fix a low pressure air line and it makes an air tight seal. Admittedly we are under 20 psi. The key is to make sure it sticks back to itself.
Some info about pex: pex or cross-linked polyethylene is some of the most adhesive resistant materials known. There are no glues or other adhesives that will stick. Theoretically maybe a tape that creates a large enough compression forces might be able to work. Even on all of the pipes, the adhesive force is not enough compared to the water pressure. The water pressure just peels the tape off little by little until it leaks out the side. The tape is too rubbery so it just stretches until it bubbles out so if there was maybe a reinforced version it might work better
What about several rounds of wrap over leak instead of one? I wouldn't expect the single wrap would do anything under pressure. Just tossing it out there.
Flex seal would probably work for the weekend if you combined it with something that wraps tighter (like vinyl tape). The optimal use case however is in situations where you can apply it from behind the hole rather than over the hole...granted this would basically apply to any patch with a respectable sealant.
I haven't been impressed by any of the "Flex Seal/Tape" products. I do however, have a waterproof tape that I have used numerous times on outdoor projects, and I recently had a plumbing repair that got out of control, I grabbed my T-Rex Waterproof Tape and it did hold the water leak until I could slap a sharkbite end stop on my pipe. It's not a permanent solution by any means, but it is a great tape to use in water repairs. Much better than Flex Tape! Try it and tell me what you think.
I used tape on a pipe that continuously drained out. There was no way for to replace the pipe right away. It lasted for a few months till I got the pipe replaced. I wonder if they will come up with a high pressure version or better yet use a heat gun to seal it to the metal pipes.
Thanks for the demo. I was considering using it. I have a small leak on my main large iron pipe drain. It's a small cottage from the 60s and re-plumbing can't happen for another 5 years or so. I'm assuming it's a joint (can't know for sure until I get in there). It looks like someone used some sort of white caulk-looking material on all joints before. Any suggestion to patch that up for a few years until I get to replacing all my copper with PVC? Or perhaps Flex Seal would work if there's no water pressure applied? Thanks!
I had a hole in my sink and I used some flex tape but it started coming up after just 4 days. Then I added flex seal and waited but again after a few days it started leaking again. Also in the sink, the flex seal started not really peeling away but kina like slowing disintegrating and again after a few days it was leaking again. I have yet to find a good way to stop it from leaking and I do not want to have to get a new sink so the next thing to try will be flex seal liquid or maybe something else.
Both valid and good questions, 1) its possible after the tape becomes less sticky and the adhesive degrades. 2) I did not try that but that is a good idea
In wondering if it would be great to seal up fiberglass tops from small cracks to prevent rain water from leaking through? Like just spraying the whole thing a few times and then putting a layer of gloss paint over it.
I'm a handyman as I do apartment maintenance, but even I won't use this crap lol. Even hesitant to use Sharkbite tbh, as it's not supposed to be permanent. I like to actually FIX the problem.
you'd need to wrap the tape 11 times tightly with no wrinkles to even have a chance of holding basic tap pressure. maybe more you'd need to just bruteforce the competing water pressure that way with overkill.
1:20 did what, not know how to apply tape? Yeah we know. What a crimped-up mess your tape seals were. Would have defied the laws of physics if that patch job didn't leak.
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Great video, Roger, I used flex tape on some similar pipes,but it doesn't hold up to water pressure, but works great for holes/leaks in rain gutters and on some drain pipes !, and yes it will hold that small canoe together!!
It wont...total waste of money and time...
What I used flex seal spray for was sealing the bolt holes in my fitting bins in my work truck because the old truck always leaked at the bolts. That about the most I would trust flex seal for
LOL. Great editing. Can’t wait for next vid. Btw. I used a plumbing bladder the other day. From drain king. It worked wonders. No more backed up sink!
I'm afraid to ask what a plumbing bladder is, but you've got me curious. So, I'm off to go look it up. Lol
We already knew that tape doesn't work for that. Roger just wanted an excuse to have his own wet t-shirt contest. Lol.
Like any of us were complaining 😂
Man those hands though, Roger is a real professional with the hands of a handyman
Oh my God I can't,.. I love watching your videos, this one's a good one!
The can shaking action was top par!
I patched 2 pen size diameter holes on my above ground pool, I sandwiched the holes with flex seal tape, then used 2 strong magnets to clamp the everything together overnight. 3 years later still holding strong 💪
rare story among the rest haha
Tape all the way, It's what saved the boat 👍
I never thought either of these were worth a durn… till I used the tape. I bought some of the 4” tape and used it to fix a low pressure air line and it makes an air tight seal. Admittedly we are under 20 psi.
The key is to make sure it sticks back to itself.
Watching from trinidad 🇹🇹
That is so cool! Thanks for watching
I also suggest using a heat gun or hair blowdrier to heat up the tape after it is in position to enforce the adhesion.
What you need is Flex paste, much thicker
We might try that next time!
Some info about pex: pex or cross-linked polyethylene is some of the most adhesive resistant materials known. There are no glues or other adhesives that will stick. Theoretically maybe a tape that creates a large enough compression forces might be able to work. Even on all of the pipes, the adhesive force is not enough compared to the water pressure. The water pressure just peels the tape off little by little until it leaks out the side. The tape is too rubbery so it just stretches until it bubbles out so if there was maybe a reinforced version it might work better
What about several rounds of wrap over leak instead of one? I wouldn't expect the single wrap would do anything under pressure. Just tossing it out there.
I wonder how it’ll hold up with both the the spray and tape on a pinhole
It probably says that about potable water systems because of any chemicals it might release.
Flex seal would probably work for the weekend if you combined it with something that wraps tighter (like vinyl tape). The optimal use case however is in situations where you can apply it from behind the hole rather than over the hole...granted this would basically apply to any patch with a respectable sealant.
I haven't been impressed by any of the "Flex Seal/Tape" products. I do however, have a waterproof tape that I have used numerous times on outdoor projects, and I recently had a plumbing repair that got out of control, I grabbed my T-Rex Waterproof Tape and it did hold the water leak until I could slap a sharkbite end stop on my pipe. It's not a permanent solution by any means, but it is a great tape to use in water repairs. Much better than Flex Tape! Try it and tell me what you think.
I used tape on a pipe that continuously drained out. There was no way for to replace the pipe right away. It lasted for a few months till I got the pipe replaced. I wonder if they will come up with a high pressure version or better yet use a heat gun to seal it to the metal pipes.
Try using the tape combined with hose clamps. Use 3 clamps -- one directly over the leak, then one on either side.
Any suggestions for a leaking shower due to wall movement? Spray or tape?
3M Silicone Tape is a well engineered product useful for electrical insulation and will work well for temporary fluid leak stoppage .
Thanks for the demo. I was considering using it.
I have a small leak on my main large iron pipe drain. It's a small cottage from the 60s and re-plumbing can't happen for another 5 years or so. I'm assuming it's a joint (can't know for sure until I get in there). It looks like someone used some sort of white caulk-looking material on all joints before.
Any suggestion to patch that up for a few years until I get to replacing all my copper with PVC? Or perhaps Flex Seal would work if there's no water pressure applied?
Thanks!
Thanks sir
I had a hole in my sink and I used some flex tape but it started coming up after just 4 days. Then I added flex seal and waited but again after a few days it started leaking again. Also in the sink, the flex seal started not really peeling away but kina like slowing disintegrating and again after a few days it was leaking again. I have yet to find a good way to stop it from leaking and I do not want to have to get a new sink so the next thing to try will be flex seal liquid or maybe something else.
Do you think the tape residue enters the water also? Have you tried spraying over the tape? You cannot get all the folds etc on kitchen pipe joints..
Both valid and good questions, 1) its possible after the tape becomes less sticky and the adhesive degrades.
2) I did not try that but that is a good idea
Wish i seen that earlier had some flex tape in the truck tried using it to fix a customers hose to flush out a sewer pipe yeah no good
In wondering if it would be great to seal up fiberglass tops from small cracks to prevent rain water from leaking through? Like just spraying the whole thing a few times and then putting a layer of gloss paint over it.
You need Phil’s god like slap to stop leaks
What kind of gloves do you use?
Gloveworks nitrile gloves
I was dying laughing when my dude said “Phil swift help me!” Lmfao!!!
I'm a handyman as I do apartment maintenance, but even I won't use this crap lol. Even hesitant to use Sharkbite tbh, as it's not supposed to be permanent. I like to actually FIX the problem.
What would you use?
Does the 24 hr setup matter?
Gotta love roger😂
I have a crack inside my truck bedcover. What would you recommend I could use to seal the 4inch crack?
How big is the crack?
I prefer flex paste..
What do you use it for?
what if you use the seal and tape together?
good idea
This video is so great
What is your average city pressure?
72
Will flex seal tape hold a leak in a black water tank on an RV?
How big is the leak?
you'd need to wrap the tape 11 times tightly with no wrinkles to even have a chance of holding basic tap pressure. maybe more you'd need to just bruteforce the competing water pressure that way with overkill.
The hardtop on my Jeep Wrangler has a crack and it leaked water when it rained, I put this flex tape and problem solved.
Anyone know if flex seal would work on an old cracked cast iron drain vent pipe?
How big is the crack?
@@RogerWakefield Its about 3x4" hole, someone had apparently duct taped around it before we bought the house 20yrs ago, didn't notice it till now.
Yep only waste water no pressure
Underneath the Tonneau cover. It’s right on the inside when I open the cover.
Lucky I never bought flex tape it’s super expensive duct tape. The spray is amazing if you use it correctly.
You're great
No you’re great. Thanks for watching!
It's always nice to see hulk hogan fix stuff.
I used the tape on a toilet tank crack but it didn't stop the leak so I'm not a fan of this product or brand whatever.
Just use both
I used shark bites after flex tape failed me has been amazing since was super easy
Part of my job as a plumber is health and safety, never put any unknown chemicals into a water system! Period!!!!
Damn, I was told that stuff could have saved the Titanic
Phil swift is full of hot air
I think, it's not suitable to use for any leak of the water pressure pipe..
Flex seal (tape) sucks IMHO, couldn't even seal leak in air mattress
Try using Flex Tape
@@RogerWakefield that's what I meant to say I used..
Yeah, I absolutely hate greazy materials...
Flex seal products are garbage. If you have to use a quick fix like tape, use eternabond tape or butyl tape
I think it says to not use on potable water because this thing is toxic.
The crack is about 4 inches.
Where is the crack located?
Phil is a big crook selling that junk
Don’t trust a man that pronounces greasy, greeezzzey.
1:20 did what, not know how to apply tape? Yeah we know. What a crimped-up mess your tape seals were. Would have defied the laws of physics if that patch job didn't leak.
This is like comparing God to Jesus
Flex tape never works
Flex seal products totally Suck...
The products work very temporarily then falls apart...
Ridiculous product, never fix anything, shame flex seal,,,,,
What about a a flex tape in a high temperature water like in a radiator house in any carr
I wouldn't trust it...