Leaky PAS "U" bend

[snorky]

on the Chim ( and the Griff too I suspect ) there is a stainless "U" bend for the PAS under the pump. The 2 pipes that join here with jubilee clips are constantly leaking - not much about 1-2" circle of fluid on the floor after 3-4 days in the garage. The clips are as tight as I can dare get then but I thought about either taping the ends of the "U" with that amamgamating rubber tape then refitting the U. OR just tape over the tube/U interface with tape to stop the drips - any experience - advice gladly received.


Is it a problem just taking the "U" out to do this or will I have problems with air lock etc - is there a way to air bleed the system afterwards.

Ta

[jessica]

my PAS leaked but a tighten of the clips worked for me,a mate of mine replaced the rubber washer inside the pipe.Not sure about bleeding the system thought. But sure the guys on here will know what to do. I have been imformed the washer are 60p each.

[RCA]

I have heard that the trick is to put two jubilee clips on each side!!!

[lee02]

You should be able to take it appart and do what ever repairs work you need to do, bleeding should not be an issue. Put fluid in run engine and turn from lock to lock several times untill all air is out making sure to top up as necessary

[trefor]

They all seem to seep at those joints after 5-6 years. Easiest thing is to get the pipe replaced at the next service, or try replacing the jubilee clips yourself - I did this - b1tch to get at. I'm going to get the pipe replaced at the next service now as it's seeping a smidge at the fluid container end (jubliees have given up the job and rubber is perished).

Where is the bleed wotsit on the PAS rack then? (I've not looked).

T/.