Leaking pressure test

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I've been pressure testing my new supply lines all morning. Seems the air escapes slowly over a period of 5 or 6 hours. I've been applying soapy water to all he joints but haven't found any leaks.
The air must be getting out so how
bill from jersey
 
When I test gas lines for leaks, I use straight dishwashing detergent. I think the heavier viscosity helps, but it's just my opinion. Other than that, turn the water on. Problem with that is, if/when you find any leaks, the lines must be drained dry to repair them and bad joints will have to be redone. The good side of that is a slow water leak will be much easier to see than air.
 
Did you check the schrader valve that you used to fill the system?
 
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