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pianotuna
Apr 08, 2014Nomad III
Hi Paul,
I managed with the tape--$0.69 cents at Princess Auto. I did have a 2nd plug so I didn't loose much water making the exchange. The socket sure makes it easier to tighten. I inserted the plug finger tight, then turned on the pump and rotated the plug with my ratchet until there were no drips forming. I'll check it again later.
When I was not full time a little dripping didn't matter. But since I'll be full time boondocking shortly (Tuesday April 13, 2014) it WILL be important.
I managed with the tape--$0.69 cents at Princess Auto. I did have a 2nd plug so I didn't loose much water making the exchange. The socket sure makes it easier to tighten. I inserted the plug finger tight, then turned on the pump and rotated the plug with my ratchet until there were no drips forming. I'll check it again later.
When I was not full time a little dripping didn't matter. But since I'll be full time boondocking shortly (Tuesday April 13, 2014) it WILL be important.
SWD wrote:pianotuna wrote:
Got a socket to fit the water heater drain. Cranked the plug all the way in. Now it is leaking worse than ever *sigh*. Time to find the teflon tape I guess.
Don.....Teflon paste is far more superior than tape.....however a combination of both may help with those really stubborn leaks.
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