Johnny_D Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I would tape it to the glass, then squeeze the rubber gromit into the vase (if that makes sense)Cleaning is just a pain in ass though with the tape in-situ. And you may need to re-do it every few weeks (depending on how often you use/clean the nargila)You should be able to make a nice tight seal this way. Just add 1 layer at a time until your happy!JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I'm pretty sure a quick trip to the plumbing section of your local hardware store could fix the problem. If you post a pic I could recommend a more specific solution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brownman18 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (Johnny_D @ Jul 11 2007, 08:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I would tape it to the glass, then squeeze the rubber gromit into the vase (if that makes sense)Cleaning is just a pain in ass though with the tape in-situ. And you may need to re-do it every few weeks (depending on how often you use/clean the nargila)You should be able to make a nice tight seal this way. Just add 1 layer at a time until your happy!JDNO DUDEget an old t shirt cut it into a thin strip but quite wide and wrap it around the bottom then plunk it into the base witih no grommel.WORKS SO AMAZING i do this on my big hookah all the time, you get insane flavour out of it as opposed to with the grommel, and it works amazing.its how they do it in the middle east. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*HOT&SMOKING* Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (ahwahoo2006 @ Jul 11 2007, 05:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I'm pretty sure a quick trip to the plumbing section of your local hardware store could fix the problem. If you post a pic I could recommend a more specific solution.I agree just go and get a new grommet that fits-H&S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Brownman18: "you get insane flavour out of it"Like what, old tshirt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 (edited) Brownman, so you're saying, wrap cloth around the stem where the stem's grommet would be until I get a tight fit? Edited July 11, 2007 by Head Mahone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (ahwahoo2006 @ Jul 11 2007, 11:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I'm pretty sure a quick trip to the plumbing section of your local hardware store could fix the problem. If you post a pic I could recommend a more specific solution.Ahwahoo, there's a good pic in the review section here: http://www.hookahforum.com/26-Al-Fakher-Hookah-t11438.htmlEverything looks fine in the pic. However, my grommet fits the stem but not the base. Scary when moving the coals around and you bump the bowl and the whole stem starts to sway!Head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 So what you are saying is that the grommet is too small and doesnt completely fit in the neck of the vase? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (ahwahoo2006 @ Jul 11 2007, 01:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>So what you are saying is that the grommet is too small and doesnt completely fit in the neck of the vase?That's exactly right. The ribs of the grommet never touch the inside of the vase. Therefor, the whole stem can rock back and forth while sittig in the vase. Head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Is the width of the piece that covers the flare of the neck alright? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (ahwahoo2006 @ Jul 11 2007, 01:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Is the width of the piece that covers the flare of the neck alright?Yep. That's the other odd part... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 You can buy replacement grommets on most of the major hookah websites for ~$5. If you need it today, I would take the one you have with you to Home Depot or Lowes or whatever and see if they have anything similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (ahwahoo2006 @ Jul 11 2007, 01:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>You can buy replacement grommets on most of the major hookah websites for ~$5. If you need it today, I would take the one you have with you to Home Depot or Lowes or whatever and see if they have anything similar.Figured that's what I'd have to do. Just been spending a lot of cash lately. What's with the whole electrical tape/grommet thing?.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahwahoo2006 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 You could just wrap the whole thing in tape, which should seal it.... but it also makes it a little hard to remove the stem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staygone Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I have been using a black tape that is more coarse than regular electrical tape, I found it in our tool drawers so I have no clue wether or not it is plumming tape or something else. I have had it on my grommet for monthes with no issue what so ever. Im sure if you check out your local hardware store though you can find some type of tape that would work wonders.-QM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 QUOTE (QuiltedMaple @ Jul 11 2007, 01:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I have been using a black tape that is more coarse than regular electrical tape, I found it in our tool drawers so I have no clue wether or not it is plumming tape or something else. I have had it on my grommet for monthes with no issue what so ever. Im sure if you check out your local hardware store though you can find some type of tape that would work wonders.-QMAnd you guys put the tape on the grommet instead of on the stem and then the grommet on the tape, correct?Thanks again for the help.Head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASUSEAN1 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 i'd call the company and tell them you want a new grommet or you want a refund.. they want your money.. so they will send you a free grommet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookah hippie Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Call the company tell them about the problem they will probably help you out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Yeah, either shell out the cash and buy a new grommet or call the company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head Mahone Posted July 12, 2007 Author Share Posted July 12, 2007 Plummer's Tape did the trick boys! The stuff is great. I wrapped it around the grommet until I had a perfect fit. It even fit in between the ribs of the grommet. You should use that stuff anywhere you have a rubber seal/air leak. I'm at about 98% air tight and that's good enough for me.Head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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