Ask yourself what is supposed to create the seal in the connection. If it
is a flared fitting, then the flare is supposed to make the seal (similar
for compression fitting) not the threads themselves. Using teflon tape as a
lubricant to allow the nut to torque down and create the seal is fine. If
the threads are supposed to create the seal (tapered pipe threads for
example), then I'd be sure that the tape is compatible with the fluid in
question.
However I'm not a plumber nor chemical engineer.
-T
On Fri, Feb 25, 2011 at 8:49 AM, Bill L <pythias at pacifier.com> wrote:
> Hello Shop,
>
> I THINK, I don't know for sure but seem to recall that Petroleum
> rated is PINK or YELLOW instead of standard white....
>
> That said, I've been using the unrated white stuff for years on
> fuel lines, without any problems. I will say that when I take the
> fittings apart, the tape has been eaten up the threads as far as
> the fuel has reached, but I've never had a leak, and it sure
> makes putting the pieces together much easier.
>
> --
> Best regards,
> Bill L. mailto:pythias at pacifier.com
>
> '66 Sprite MKIII HAN8L49403 "the red thing"
>
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