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golfballwizard
May 22, 2010, 04:31 PM
I screwed metal shut-offs on to cpvc male threads. They all leak. Did I overtighten? Should I use teflon tape?

golfballwizard
May 22, 2010, 04:32 PM
I screwed metal shut-offs on to cpvc male threads. They all leak. Did I overtighten? Should I use teflon tape?

creahands
May 23, 2010, 06:28 AM
Use 3 turns on 1/2 inch pipe and 4 turns on 3/4 inch.

Be sure to shut main before working on the valves.

Check thread to see if u cross threaded when u put on valve.

Chuck

ballengerb1
May 23, 2010, 08:16 AM
Agree, all threaded connections including NG and propane should use tape of paste. Water and gas do not use the same tape or paste.