Re: Cracked Maxwell cap

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Original poster: "Gerry  Reynolds" <gerryreynolds@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>

You might try to degrease the crack with MEK or acetone and then put 
some AL tape on it.  That is one of the advertized uses of AL 
tape.  Keep the tape isolated from anything external incase there is 
a internal arc to the tape. At least worth a try.
Gerry R


> Original poster: <dgoodfellow@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>
> Marine tex is a 2 part white epoxy that will actually cure 
> underwater if needed. Made for repairing cracked hulls and the like. 
> Very strong. I don't know if the presence of oil will bother it, but 
> it might be worth looking into. It is a bit pricey, but you should 
> see it at your local boatyard or boating supply place.
>
> Dave Goodfellow