Small dripping diesel leak near copper outlet valve - Page 2

		Cruisers & Sailing Forums > Engineering & Systems > Engines and Propulsion Systems
Small dripping diesel leak near copper outlet valve

Page 2 of 2

This discussion is proudly sponsored by:

Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on Cruisers Forums. Advertise Here

23-08-2017, 22:05

#16

Moderator Emeritus

Join Date: Sep 2007

Location: Eastern Tennessee

Boat: Research vessel for a university, retired now.

Posts: 10,406

Re: Small dripping diesel leak near copper outlet valve

Quote:

Originally Posted by Compass790

I couldn't care what USCG thinks. I'm only interested in what works & thread tape does.

Good luck with the Teflon tape my friend. I would use Permatex Aviation sealant. Here is why you should not use Teflon tape for Diesel lines.....

https://www.jamestowndistributors.co...t.do?docId=563

__________________
David

Life begins where land ends.

Page 2 of 2

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads You may not post replies You may not post attachments You may not edit your posts BB code is On Smilies are On [IMG] code is On HTML code is Off Trackbacks are Off Pingbacks are Off Refbacks are Off Forum Rules

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Ok to run diesel with small oil leak?	benzy	Engines and Propulsion Systems	20	09-09-2016 19:09
Dripless Shaft Dripping???	mellowboat	Propellers & Drive Systems	23	20-09-2012 14:13
Dripping valve at AC intake thruhull	StanleyCup	Construction, Maintenance & Refit	16	01-08-2012 04:27
Freshwater Tank 'Dripping' Noise	sandycohen	Plumbing Systems and Fixtures	1	21-07-2011 09:03
The always dripping anit-siphon value??	Paul L	Engines and Propulsion Systems	4	07-03-2007 09:57

Recent Discussions
Modify Tracks in OpenCPN
OpenCPN v5.9.4 Beta test released
Lifelines -- standards
Propeller fouling, unconventional....
Schengen Rules - Clarification.....
Broadblue catamarans
anyone ? Pettit bottom paint...
Winter in the Bahamas
Regatta Lite for spinnaker sheets
Pressurized Seawater Supply
Cordless Pressure Washer for Anchor...
orcas-1 Benie-0

Vendor Spotlight
Ended - Mantus Marine Giveaway -...
THE HIGHEST POWER OUTPUT ALTERNATOR...

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 02:24.

Visit our Popular Forums