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  • May 22, 2010, 04:31 PM
    golfballwizard
    Do I use teflon tape on cpvc connectors
    I screwed metal shut-offs on to cpvc male threads. They all leak. Did I overtighten? Should I use teflon tape?
  • May 22, 2010, 04:32 PM
    golfballwizard

    I screwed metal shut-offs on to cpvc male threads. They all leak. Did I overtighten? Should I use teflon tape?
  • May 23, 2010, 06:28 AM
    creahands

    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
  • May 23, 2010, 08:16 AM
    ballengerb1

    Agree, all threaded connections including NG and propane should use tape of paste. Water and gas do not use the same tape or paste.

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