Recent content by nwcrosse

Yeah good deal. I used all chinese material as well and used the teflon. Sounds like the way to go!

That's the first time I have ever heard of not using teflon tape for sealing. Are you sure were thinking of the same thing here.

Alright guys, well finally got around to fixing it up. Ended up just taking the joints apart, cleaning up the dope and applying teflon tape, then cranking on them as tight as possible. I didnt end up getting any new materials or using loctite, so far no leaks up to 100 psi which is what my max...

Alright guys thanks a lot for all these great tips, now all I need is the time and energy to finish the job. Nick

Even if they are from different parts of Asia/China/etc. will I be able to stop these leaks or am I just completley SOL?

Alright guys thanks for all the tips, will get back to this thread once I fix it up with what works. Nick

hey guys, thanks for all the greate responses. As for what I used its called, Harvey's TFE Paste with Teflon, Slow Setting... All sounds appropriate, and on the back under directions, it says ... apply to clean male threads on metals, PVC, CPVC, ABS, polypropylene and nylon.

Hey everyone, first post here, I've read some of the articles found using the search function to see if I could find my answer but no luck... Anyway I have recently used galvanized 1/2" piping to hardwire my air from basement to garage, and at a few (2-3) of my fittings under 90 psi I have...