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Compression fitting on an oil line

Horseonaboat
Horseonaboat Member Posts: 1
in THE MAIN WALL

I'm guessing it is not a good idea but just in case…

I have to change the oil line from the oil tank filter to the pump. Currently, it is 1/4" flexible copper pipe most of it in the bottom corner of the wall, covered in cement. I will be using 3/8" pipe and it is a run of about 30'. Can I use compression fittings? This is just to keep the furnace going for another year and then it will be replaced by a heat pump.

Thanks

Comments

  • Intplm.
    Intplm. Member Posts: 2,647

    What @Jamie Hall says above. Flare it. Compression fittings can have a tendency to leak… that is allow air into the line. Not a fun thing to have to correct.

    Mad Dog_2Horseonaboat
  • HVACNUT
    HVACNUT Member Posts: 6,781

    Its 2024. No compression fittings.

    Intplm.PC7060Mad Dog_2Horseonaboat
  • EBEBRATT-Ed
    EBEBRATT-Ed Member Posts: 17,887

    No compression. Flaring tools don't cost much.

    Mad Dog_2Horseonaboat
  • Big Ed_4
    Big Ed_4 Member Posts: 3,215

    Compressions are a one shot deal , good in a pinch … Oil lines need to be service a flair connection can be used more than once …

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    MikeAmannMad Dog_2Intplm.Horseonaboat
  • Mad Dog_2
    Mad Dog_2 Member Posts: 8,193

    Make a good flare. Always hold back with an opposing wrench. KILL the flare nut....Mad Dog

    Consulting by Mad Dog & Matt Jr.
    Horseonaboat

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