The Natural Philosopher wrote in message ...


Thats stuff IS good unless there is mechanical movement than can
compress it ouit of the joint, and then flex back to open up a leak.

Thats the beauty of the silicone. It forms a perfect rubber gasket if
used appropiately.



And ....

Eventually plumbers putty dries out and crumbles and leaks (that's
what I experienced) - which is why I had to replace it in the first
place ....

Clive