leaking waterline compression fitting.

[TheMistyRidge]

During our weekend use, our 1976, 21' rear kitchen Clipper developed a hot water line leak going to the kitchen sink. More specifically, it is leaking at the compression fitting on the incoming side of the T going to the sink. The rest of the hot water line continues on to the bathroom and is in tact.
It appear the compression fitting has separated apprx. 1/16" as compared to the other fittings.

Does anyone know of a tool that is available to re-compress those fittings or if that is even feasible. I could fab a tool but I don't want screw anything up before I get as much info as possible. I have already been told that because of the age of the coach I might as well tear the whole system out and start over with newer materials. I'm not into that kind of thing at this point and would only do that as a last resort.

Anybody out there with prior knowledge/experience on this matter?
Looking forward to hearing you.
TheMistyRidge

[Conrad]

My fittings parted with too much pressure.  I just removed what I could and cleaned it with a toothbrush sized wire brush.  The compression ring may be salvagable (spelling?).  If not, you can get one at a hardware store, better yet , get the entire fitting.  Three pieces I think.  Two wrenches that fit on each side of the fitting should be all you need.   Take the old parts with you to get the right size.

good luck.

[LARRY RAY]

DON'T WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT THE THE RINGS ON THESE TYPES OF HOSES. THEY WERE USED IN A LOT OF MOBIL HOMES, AND WHEN CORROSION SETS IN SEEING HOW THEY ARE ALLUMINUM THEY WILL GIVE WAY. TAKE A DREEL TOOL OR THREE CORNER FILE, REMOVE RING. REPLACE USING ORDINARY HOSE CLAMP YOU CAN GET FROM ANY PARTS HOUSE. JUST GET A GOOD ONE  NOT AN EL-CHEAPO FROM WALMART.  TEHY WILL STAY THERE FROM NOW ON.