So today I attempted to replace my windshield washer pump, in the process I put a hole in the washer side of the reservoir is there anyone that could shed some light on me and tell me if there is a way to patch it?

Or if my washer fluid days are over. Until a 85 to 86 f150 gets to the junkyard.

 

In my junkyard search for a new battery tray, I encountered several washer tanks that, as soon as I bumped them, knocked a hole in them. Any further touching just broke out more plastic. If it already broke, chances are, it will continue to do so. I'd search the yards for another one for the bullnose or find one from another year that you can adapt. For instance, I used the battery tray from a '92-'96. It bolted right in.

 

If the tank is dry and not falling apart as fg33 mentioned any sillycone should patch it, black rtv for example, there is no pressure in the tank; it is just a bucket.

 

Thanks for the responses. After I posted this I continued to search I read on abother four some people use plastic for a oj bottle or milk and use epoxy to seal it. Figure I give it a shot and pray for the best.

 

I've patched cracks and small holes in power steering boxes with "System 636 primer" and then "System 636 glue". Don't waste your time with RTV there.

Might even get away with just plain old PVC glue (clear) or PVC wet/dry glue (blue) if its just wiper fluid

 

fordboy300,

Where are you located? I saved a reservoir from a 1986, this past weekend.

 

E5TZ-17618-A .. Windshield Washer Reservoir / Obsolete

1985/86: F150 & Bronco; F250/350 gas.
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E5TZ-17618-B .. Windshield Washer Reservoir / Obsolete

1983/89 F250/350 6.9L diesel.

 

fordboy300,


I tried to respond to your PM, but your "inbox" is full.

 

I'm sorry about that since I use the mobile website on my phone I dont know if my inbox is full or not lol. I deleted some messages now.