Leaking Clack WS1 tank

[Rig24]

Hello,

My Clack WS1 tank has started leaking. I checked it out and found the source of the leak. Looks like it is coming from the white collar at the top of the tank.

Pic:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10y_ZhxXWd7joA2ZynHxEBs2qvrXxot9B/view?usp=sharing

I dont know if that is enough information, but would I be able to replace the tank only or is it a bigger job?

Thanks

 

[ditttohead]

Probably a cracked neck. Post a picture of the label on the tank. You can unscrew the valve from the tank and check the neck for hairline fractures. This is a fairly common problem... looks like a Wave Cyber tank neck. Be sure to check your water pressure before replacing the tank. Is your system hard plumbed or flex lined?

 

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[Rig24]

Label: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1elN8TLJ2QLL3_f6IUgxNB4s-z4TWOmF1

Hard plum or flex line? Not sure what the means, here is a pic of the tank and the lines to it: https://drive.google.com/open?id=19gmkEJ7I1uSgaGDyEnaPdDwnGXCyPi9c

 

[ditttohead]

The installation looks good. You can easily unscrew the valve from the tank and check the neck. I assume you have a cracked neck. Since ou are flex lined, replacement is fairly simple. Since you need to replace it, you may want to go with a bigger tank. Be sure to check your water pressure. High pressure can cause to a failure of this type.

 

[Rig24]

Sounds like I wouldnt be able to just replace the neck (guessing its part of the tank). I agree that the replacement of the tank doesnt look like it would be hard. I do have a couple other questions...

Is there a good sight for purchasing replacement tanks?
What size tank would be better?
Can you point me to a how to site on checking the water temp, and what level it should be at?

I cant express how helpful your replies are. I have handyman experience, but nothing in this area.

 

[ditttohead]

I know several companies in AZ that could help you out for a reasonable price.

I sent you a PM

 

[Reach4]

Can you point me to a how to site on checking the water temp, and what level it should be at?

Unusual question, but is relevant. It is possible that the backwash rate could be adjusted for higher incoming water temperatures. I just put an electronic thermometer with a probe under insulation on the incoming water, and recorded the minimum in my case to measure the ground water. That was because my incoming water is colder than my basement. If you get a new bigger tank, you will get a new backwash rate control anyway.

You should not have your controller or unpainted tank or plastic pipe in the sun. It should be covered with a cover or paint.

 

[Rig24]

Unusual question, but is relevant. It is possible that the backwash rate could be adjusted for higher incoming water temperatures. I just put an electronic thermometer with a probe under insulation on the incoming water, and recorded the minimum in my case to measure the ground water. That was because my incoming water is colder than my basement. If you get a new bigger tank, you will get a new backwash rate control anyway.

You should not have your controller or unpainted tank or plastic pipe in the sun. It should be covered with a cover or paint.

Im sorry, I meant checking the water pressure, not temp...my mistake. The whole system is in the garage, so I think the temp should be good.