Posted by 74merc (IP: 207.157.60.2) on December 09, 1999 at 02:11:27:
In Reply to: It's Flared out... posted by TParker on December 08, 1999 at 12:17:07:
: and yes they seal by pressure fitting together, its called a mechanical seal. Tape is not required and would probably mess up the nut.
: : the pipes should be flanged out(I don't think that's the correct term, but...) , whatever, they're pretty much sealed by pressure and bending of the pipe. if any fluid makes it to the threads, you have a problem in the first place.
: : : I'm installing a Clutch Slave Cylinder on a car tommarow....Should I use Teflon tape on the treads on the fluid line? I'm using Dot 4 fluid.
: : : Thanks guys