I have never had problem installing cut-off valves before, but can't seem to get some new ones on either brass or steel without leaks.
These valves seem to get more cheaply constructed by the year. Bought a set from Lowes, and a set from Home Depot, and have tried using teflon, dope, and nothing on brass and steel threads, with snug and tighter torque, and they've leaked in each combo. Arg!
So I am wondering what's going on here? And what's the best way to install them? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks.
These valves seem to get more cheaply constructed by the year. Bought a set from Lowes, and a set from Home Depot, and have tried using teflon, dope, and nothing on brass and steel threads, with snug and tighter torque, and they've leaked in each combo. Arg!
So I am wondering what's going on here? And what's the best way to install them? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks.