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Radiator Valve packing
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roger196
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The rad valve is leaking at the spindle. The nut cannot be tightened further as it has reached the end of its thread. Whilst I can replace the valve, I would prefer to pack out the gland. Any suggestions as to the best material eg washer, steel,brass or fibre or some form of grease.
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Roger
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Roger
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P T F E Tape is what I have used in the past.I used to be indecisive but now I am not sure.0
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About two turns of tape around the spindle (In a clockwise direction when viewed from above)I used to be indecisive but now I am not sure.0
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A short length of string, preferably wiped in tallow or grease makes a very good piece of packing.
PTFE has its uses but is best used for thread packing, not spindle packing.I can afford anything that I want.
Just so long as I don't want much.0
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