I have used a cooler MLT for quite a few years. It has a battery-powered digital instant-read thermometer in the wall towards the bottom. That thermometer doesn't appear to work anymore, which isn't a big deal, but I have noticed a slow leak around the hole. What would be a good way to patch the hole if I just remove the thermometer?
Cooler MLT leaking at thermometer hole
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Is it threaded? I'd probably just stick a pipe plug in it. Stainless.
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Thanks y'all. I bought this MLT used with the thermometer already in there. It's just jammed in a tiny hole in the side of the cooler.
I ultimately plan on moving to an electric HERMS system, so I don't want to sink too much into it if I can avoid it. I just don't want it leaking.
I ultimately plan on moving to an electric HERMS system, so I don't want to sink too much into it if I can avoid it. I just don't want it leaking.
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Ahh, so nothing threaded? Look up "weldless plug". Even if you don't buy one maybe it'll give you some ideas to DIY with on hand parts.
Thanks!
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Brewers Hardware has them
Weldless Plug Assembly for 1/2'' holes (1/4'' NPT)
Sounds like you may have to enlarge the hole.
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Re-reading thru this post, it appears that some of us assume that you have a plastic MLT while others assume it is stainless.
I assumed that it was plastic based on the term "cooler". If that's the case and it is a small hole, fill it with aquarium silicone adhesive and drive in a SS screw.
I assumed that it was plastic based on the term "cooler". If that's the case and it is a small hole, fill it with aquarium silicone adhesive and drive in a SS screw.
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