Leak in Igloo Mashtun

[Budvar]

I attempted to convert a 10 gallon igloo cooler to to a MashTun, but I seem to be leaking about one gallon every ten minutes. It seems if I attempt to add additional washers on either side the threading becomes too short.

 

[jakenbacon]

Do you have an O-ring in contact with the cooler or is the washer contacting the cooler wall?

 

[twistr25]

O-ring is the first thing to check, may also be able to add some caulking or other rubber sealant to help out.

 

[Tinhorn]

I had the same issue but put the gasket that came with the cooler back in the hole and added a couple washer and it was resolved

 

[olz431]

Definitely use the old gasket, if it is flanged, put the flange on the inside.

 

[Budvar]

Whoa, thanks for the fast responses! I tried the old gasket, but it caused the threading to come up too short; that's been my main problem I think. fitting the two washers and o-rings in order to make a good seal. I just got back from the store with some sealant, so I'm going to try that.

 

[Enf0rc3r]

Food grade RVT silicone

 

[Budvar]

Do they sell that at Lowe's/Home Depot or is that something I need to order?

 

[DenverUSMC]

You should be able to find the food grade stuff at Lowe's/Depot, I am sure that's where I found it.