I replumbed my pad last year and appears I have a leak, well two now. One at the elbow after the pump going to the filter (probably not enough glue). And the second one appears to be coming from the threaded insert that goes in the pump. I used dope on it last year and wondering what could be causing it to leak (dribble but still a leak).
pip dope or tape?
- Thread starter Iciee
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I'm a thread sealant "paste" type of guy all the way for my threaded fittings.
If it's got a leak, take it apart, clean the old sealant off the threads and re-apply the thread sealant.
If it's got a leak, take it apart, clean the old sealant off the threads and re-apply the thread sealant.
Right from the manufacturer:
http://www.lascofittings.com/threads
http://www.spearsmfg.com/how_to/FG-3B-0105_0706_English.pdf
Paste/dope!
http://www.lascofittings.com/threads
http://www.spearsmfg.com/how_to/FG-3B-0105_0706_English.pdf
Paste/dope!
I guess someone has to vote for tape, but I have a good bit of experience with it on high pressure and fuel lines, etc. I think paste is easier and tape tends to work better if it is done right.
That's the key with tape, has to be done right. I've used tape, I just use it on small dia. fittings. On the big stuff I go with the paste. It's never failed me.
Thanks for the feedback/advice. I will be redoing it again coming weekend and will probably try a different thread sealant. I could not find the can of the one I used but I am positive it was http://www.homedepot.com/p/Oatey-Great-White-8-oz-Pipe-Joint-Compound-31231/100343337?MERCH=REC-_-NavPLPHorizontal1-3-_-NA-_-100343337-_-N#product_description that I used. Said it was good for plastics but maybe will try looking for one that specifically says pvc
What is the "correct" way to use the tape? I've successfully used the tape quite often with indoor plumbing on 1/2" lines and such, but I am not having much success on my 1 1/2" fittings on the swimming pool.
That has been my experience as well.
I think you know we have had this discussion several times on the forum and what we learn is that everyone does it a bit differently.
The ultimate answer is probably to do what you are comfortable with. I am comfortable taping 1" or less and doping 1.25" or greater but it's only because I have done that before and it "feels" right to me......not because it is the definitive answer.
There are likely many on this forum that can easily tape a 3" joint or dope a 1/2" joint.
Of course, if you are helping someone inexperienced, you should slap them upside the head if they try to do it any way but your way......they will marvel at your great skills!
