Re: Coated bleeder threads

[quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)]

In message <Pine.SOL.3.96.990430091548.1696C-100000@iris.nyit.edu> Sachelle Babbar writes:

> Can teflon tape be used to prevent bleeder valve sieze? If not, what types
> of lube or sealant are ok and will work? Remember, the threads will be
> oily and due to that, threadlocker may not work.

IME Teflon tape won't hold serious pressure.

Remember how you thought "Green Gold" was expensive - until you discovered
Stabilant 22A?

Now meet Loctite 542.  It's probably cheaper to replace the caliper, and
may even be cheaper to replace the car.

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