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Assembling 3" drop header
Steam_Starter
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So I get home tonight, I have all of the parts i need to put together the 3" header so I get to it because I, like most of us, can't wait!
However, I get a little overzealous with the Rectorseal # 5 and I notice it oozing into the inside of the fittings. Alas I try and try but I can't get it all out because it is now thickening.
A) will this pose a problem other than a boatload of skimming at end?
B) Do I have to worry about particles hanging up in my antler of Gortons at the end of the main or any of my rad vents?
Thanks,
Jim
However, I get a little overzealous with the Rectorseal # 5 and I notice it oozing into the inside of the fittings. Alas I try and try but I can't get it all out because it is now thickening.
A) will this pose a problem other than a boatload of skimming at end?
B) Do I have to worry about particles hanging up in my antler of Gortons at the end of the main or any of my rad vents?
Thanks,
Jim
"Hey, it looks good on you though..."
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You are using and wasating too much pipe dope... think aBout it.. how much dope is going to get between the threads??? And yes you will have problem with the oozzing dope when the system get fired up0 -
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Wiping the excess with a rag soaked, but not dripping with acetone.
I always try to avoid getting dope on the first thread on steam or gas lines particularly.
Other than a good skimming, I think you'll be alright.Bob Boan
You can choose to do what you want, but you cannot choose the consequences.0 -
My dad always told me..
I was always overzealous with pipe dope. I guess overzealousness is a flaw I have!
I will try the acetone route. Thanks guys....'"Hey, it looks good on you though..."0 -
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