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Re: NPT fittings

To: AMfoto1@aol.com, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: NPT fittings
From: Dave1massey@cs.com
Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 08:11:40 EDT
In a message dated 4/18/2005 5:27:44 AM Central Standard Time, 
AMfoto1@aol.com writes: 
> Teflon tape from the plumbing dept. of the hardware store works great, just 
> 
> get the thin, white type, not the thicker pink. Or, if you prefer, there is 
> a 
> Locktite brand thread sealant in tubes available at most auto parts stores. 
> 
If you do use teflon tape (and I have) be sure to leave one full thread 
exposed so that any strands that get cut loose by the threads will not find 
their 
way into fuel system. If you can't find 1/4 inch tape (hint check professional 
plumbing supplies of McMaster Carr, local hardware stores don't carry it) you 
can slit regular 1/2 inch tape with a razor knife.

But the paste is better.  The particle size is small enough to pass through 
the fuel system orifices with no problem.

Dave




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