Chris Bacon wrote:
Bookworm wrote:
Nigel Molesworth wrote:
PTFE tape is not for compression joints. Use Boss White.

Wrong. Been using PTFE tape on Compression Joints (where needed) for 30
years.

When is tape or anything else needed for compression
joints? The joint is watertight metal on metal.
Sigh.

How many times do I have to repeat that the original question was not
about using tape on compression joints, but on a screw thread joint, the
undoing of which also required a compression joint to be unscrewed?

However, I have had to use sealer on compression joints before now. 10mm
oil pipe mainly.


The pipe is so soft the olives don't make a good seal to it.