When I install the petcock do I need to put anything on the threads??

 

I don't think it's nessessary it it's an NPT but I did on mine in order to get it tight enough and end up in the correct position.
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Rich

 

I agree, never hurts to use a judicious amount of thread sealer....and watch out for those LH fine threads, very easy to cross thread....

 

Done!! Thanks!

 

I just installed a new one a few months ago and used a little teflon tape on the threads.

 

Yeah I was thinking the Teflon as well!! Might just do that!!

 

I would be careful with the teflon tape, if it does leak, wont gas eat right through it? When I did mine, I used&nbsp\\;"Pipe Dope" made for petroleum based connections.&nbsp\\;

 

I hate using the tape alhtough it has its place.&nbsp\\; I prefer using the pipe dope....[sm=pimp.gif]

 

I use teflon tape for ease of assembly/disassembly, not as a sealant.