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profdant139
Explorer II
May 22, 2019

Capping off a propane line: need tips and tricks!

After great effort, I just now found my very slow propane leak (and I will soon prepare a fascinating ;) report on the many things I learned while trying to find it). Bottom line – the leak is at t...
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mapguy
Explorer
May 23, 2019
Galvanized pipe is not used for propane or natural gas service. Use black iron cap and use a gas rated pipe dope like Rector Seal for the best results. Teflon tape is very difficult to use and insure that you have no minuscule leaks. That is -unless you over tighten the fittings as is very common.

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