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koslov · 08-23-2002, 03:09 PM

I decided to make a fan shroud out of aluminum foil tape, and although it is not the most attractive thing, it directs the air pretty well. I have everything mounted and sealed, or should I say *had*, because the seal between my pump and reservoir started leaking. So now I am off to buy some Goop™.

Here's a hint: Never use Lexel™ sealant, it is a cheap substitute for silicone that makes a very weak seal. Not only does it take a week to fully cure, it does not bond well to acrylic, even though it claims to work with acrylic. Also, it is toxic. When I peeled it off my res after it sprung a leak, it came right off. There was barely any adhesion to the acrylic at all!

I will get some pics up as soon as I remount the pump.

08-23-2002, 03:09 PM	#12
koslov Cooling Savant Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Posts: 264	I decided to make a fan shroud out of aluminum foil tape, and although it is not the most attractive thing, it directs the air pretty well. I have everything mounted and sealed, or should I say had, because the seal between my pump and reservoir started leaking. So now I am off to buy some Goop™. Here's a hint: Never use Lexel™ sealant, it is a cheap substitute for silicone that makes a very weak seal. Not only does it take a week to fully cure, it does not bond well to acrylic, even though it claims to work with acrylic. Also, it is toxic. When I peeled it off my res after it sprung a leak, it came right off. There was barely any adhesion to the acrylic at all! I will get some pics up as soon as I remount the pump.