Marrin Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 hey guys! a while back my hookah stem snapped off! i wanted to get some ideas for repairs from you guys before i go off the deep end with it.i would like to avoid having to buy anything but if it comes down to that i guess i will have no other choice.here are some pics of the damage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwray Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 My first thought would be try JB Weld. If you haven't used it before, it's basically welding applied as a glue. It'll definitely hold it, it's non toxic, waterproof, easy to use, and won't be affected by temperature changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marrin Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 thanks! i will check that out.anybody else have alternate ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 oh yes JB Weld.They have a variant called JB Quik. It sets in like 5 minutes. Great stuff I would try JB Quik! Like the original just faster setting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delSol_si Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 I would use a huge ass screw out thing to get the piece out that broke of, then I would probably use a tap and die set to make new threads. on the hookah and stem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetlounge Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 I think welding it would be easiest way to fix it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilikemyusername Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 QUOTE (delSol_si @ Jun 23 2009, 04:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I would use a huge ass screw out thing to get the piece out that broke of, then I would probably use a tap and die set to make new threads. on the hookah and stem.wow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvansLight Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Depends on what it is made out of. If its what I think it is, which i would guess brass more then likely, then some easy welding is in order. Could get that back to new in about 5min with a torch and an old brass coat hangar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1v3th3ad Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 that looks like the same hookah I had(my first one) with the exact problem I had...Its a mitsuba.JB Stick would work for several months...every once in a while you have to redo the sealanother stuff(found at advanced auto parts) that works wonders is stuff called Goop.what worked best for me was doing the JB Stick repair one day and then the next sealing it with Goop...kinda waterproofs it.goodluck with the mitsuba...they are junk, eventually your entire stem is going to be in multiple pieces Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delSol_si Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 QUOTE (ilikemyusername @ Jun 23 2009, 02:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>QUOTE (delSol_si @ Jun 23 2009, 04:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I would use a huge ass screw out thing to get the piece out that broke of, then I would probably use a tap and die set to make new threads. on the hookah and stem.wow...? bad idea or just too much work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwray Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Well, JB weld would probably be the easiest. It's not expensive, and it's worth trying. What delSol_si suggested, hinges on the fact that the smaller piece in the bottom picture usually just screws into the bigger piece. If so, you can remove the male piece that broke off inside the big piece, redie the small stem (make new male threads) and just screw it back in. However, it looks like it was one piece that broke..You COULD try getting a piece of hollow allthread and tapping out both sides and putting it back together, but honestly that would be a hassle.Don't look at it as a bad thing that it broke though! Just JB Weld that baby up, and look as it as an excuse to buy a new hookah and have two!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwray Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 QUOTE (delSol_si @ Jun 23 2009, 06:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>? bad idea or just too much work?Probably the best quality fix, but -- Not necessarily possible if it was something welded in the first place and didn't actually screw in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmunRa Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Technically, its soldering or brazing. Not welding, unless you have access to a TIG machine and some good skill. (I used to be a fabricator.)JB weld is quick and cheap. If you want to solder it, then get a soldering iron, solder, and some flux. You could also use propane or MAPP gas as a heat source, but if you are not very careful, you'll discolor the metal on the pipe. I wrote a thread in the DIY section I think about a year ago about how to do it. Heat, melt, heat melt...it's not too hard. A soldering iron, flux, and solder come in a kit at most home improvement stores. You'll probably be out $15 or so. PM me if you need help. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwray Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 QUOTE (AmunRa @ Jun 23 2009, 07:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Technically, its soldering or brazing. Not welding, unless you have access to a TIG machine and some good skill. (I used to be a fabricator.)JB weld is quick and cheap. If you want to solder it, then get a soldering iron, solder, and some flux. You could also use propane or MAPP gas as a heat source, but if you are not very careful, you'll discolor the metal on the pipe. I wrote a thread in the DIY section I think about a year ago about how to do it. Heat, melt, heat melt...it's not too hard. A soldering iron, flux, and solder come in a kit at most home improvement stores. You'll probably be out $15 or so. PM me if you need help. Good luck!Good call on the welding. I always use that word too generally. I'd say brazing would be better than soldering... unless you use lead free solder. It just might not be strong enough....Bottom line, how much did the hookah cost? Unless it was super expensive, it's probably not worth the time for anything other than some JBWeld... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvansLight Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 QUOTE (AmunRa @ Jun 23 2009, 07:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Technically, its soldering or brazing. Not welding, unless you have access to a TIG machine and some good skill. (I used to be a fabricator.)JB weld is quick and cheap. If you want to solder it, then get a soldering iron, solder, and some flux. You could also use propane or MAPP gas as a heat source, but if you are not very careful, you'll discolor the metal on the pipe. I wrote a thread in the DIY section I think about a year ago about how to do it. Heat, melt, heat melt...it's not too hard. A soldering iron, flux, and solder come in a kit at most home improvement stores. You'll probably be out $15 or so. PM me if you need help. Good luck!Picky picky picky. If it is brass i would try and braze it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilikemyusername Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 QUOTE (delSol_si @ Jun 23 2009, 06:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>QUOTE (ilikemyusername @ Jun 23 2009, 02:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>QUOTE (delSol_si @ Jun 23 2009, 04:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>I would use a huge ass screw out thing to get the piece out that broke of, then I would probably use a tap and die set to make new threads. on the hookah and stem.wow...? bad idea or just too much work?Great idea, but alot of work. No doubt its the best fix possible, I would just jb weld it back together myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvansLight Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 We all seem to have overlooked the best and simplest answer!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elwray Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 QUOTE (EvansLight @ Jun 23 2009, 08:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>We all seem to have overlooked the best and simplest answer!!"A toolbox only needs two tools. Duct tape and WD-40. If it moves and it shouldn't, use Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 QUOTE (elwray @ Jun 23 2009, 07:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>QUOTE (EvansLight @ Jun 23 2009, 08:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>We all seem to have overlooked the best and simplest answer!!"A toolbox only needs two tools. Duct tape and WD-40. If it moves and it shouldn't, use Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40"Words to live by! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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