On Sat, 1 Dec 2012 13:05:01 -0500, "TomR" wrote:

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If so, sounds like you really do need a new washer as sealing the
threads will not do much good. No hardware store nearby - or
neighbours?

That is it. I thought I'd need to do that, but I wasn't able to find
a replacement washer (at least at the local Ace) and I am trying to
not replace the whole thing if I can get around for the reasons above.

Another option that you could try is:

Turn off the valve; disconnect the connection; put some 100% silicone caulk
in there where the rubber washer is; reconnect the connection, but just part
way; let it dry/cure for 24 hours; then tighten the connection and turn the
water back on and see if it still leaks.


I suspect the OP has a ferrule and not a "washer".

OP try to lightly tighten the nut to see if the leak stops.