Sam,

It sounds like a winer it is exactly what Bob and I want.
You said the valve is 20 years old it may be of deferent type is it possible if you can post a picture of it,

Sorry John, I don't have the facility to post a photo. Anyway, when I checked the valve a short while ago it stops leaking. Maybe I don't need to do anything after all. Keep in mind that it was a very slow leak to start with. Still I left a container underneath it just in case it leaks again unexpectedly. Thanks. Sc.

Hey Mark, no doubt many participants on this board appreciate the contributions you have made. Thank you. Sc.

Hey Sam:

Thanks for nice words! We all really enjoy helping!

That the leak stopped is not that unusual... but still think you should plan on installing a new valve on one of your next long weekends (sorry)... most likely it will leak again.

Let us know if/when you do... glad to back you up!

Mark

Sam,

Good job you got it done, but this a temporary fix, be prepare and buy a new angle vale just in case you need to replace it, let us know if you need any help,Mark is the expert and he is a great help, good luck.

Regards,
John

Mark, you're probably right about that it will leak again. I should mention that the leak was precipitated by my turning the valve on and off a couple of times when I changed the toilet tank fill valve which was leaking as opposed it leaked on its own. I will change the valve when I get a chance. Again thanks. Sc.

Sam... happens to me all the time. Rule#1 in my company if you turn it off.. you tighten the packing nut after turning back on!

Have good day!

MARK

Sam,

We have all seen it before,Good Luck.

John