ellisz
Aquarium Advice Addict
Hi all,
General question: Is there something I can use on PVC fittings to help with drip leaks? I have a hose barb on the inlet of my skimmer and it drips a bit. I used teflon tape on the thread and have tightened with a wrench. I hate to tighten too much and crack the housing on the skimmer. Is there something better than teflon tape?
I also have a drip on top of my trickle filter at a 45 slip PVC joint. I used pvc cement on this one and it still drips. I am not sure if the two pieces fit perfectly here. I did not find much at Home depot so I tried to make what I had work. I guess I might have to redo this one totally...
General question: Is there something I can use on PVC fittings to help with drip leaks? I have a hose barb on the inlet of my skimmer and it drips a bit. I used teflon tape on the thread and have tightened with a wrench. I hate to tighten too much and crack the housing on the skimmer. Is there something better than teflon tape?
I also have a drip on top of my trickle filter at a 45 slip PVC joint. I used pvc cement on this one and it still drips. I am not sure if the two pieces fit perfectly here. I did not find much at Home depot so I tried to make what I had work. I guess I might have to redo this one totally...