In article , "John Gilmer" wrote:

"Walter R." wrote in message
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I am replacing the shut-off valve under my sink. A compression fitting
connects the valve to the 1/2 inch copper line.

WHY are you replacing the valve? If it leaks, replace the washer/packing.

Sometimes that's easier said than done. Two weeks ago, I needed to repair a
leaking hose bibb that didn't need anything more than a new cone washer. Took
the old one to *three* different home centers, and found *nothing* to match.
Finally decided that spending five bucks to buy a new valve was a better use
of my time and money than driving all over town trying to find a washer.


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Doug Miller (alphageek at milmac dot com)

Nobody ever left footprints in the sands of time by sitting on his butt.
And who wants to leave buttprints in the sands of time?