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Teflon Tape on Power Steering Lines
May 12, 2008
2:20 pm
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Do I need to use teflon tape to seal power steering lines? The o-rings are new so it should seal, but I was curious about the threads.

May 12, 2008
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No

May 12, 2008
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If the fitting is taperd you would not use teflon tape. On hydraulic lines its the tapered end that makes the seal not the threads. If its leaking after being tightened up, then maybe the taper is damaged or has a burr that is not letting it seal properly.

May 12, 2008
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I think it has the double flair with an o-ring. If so, that is where the seal is made.
If you have to use teflon tape on a power steering line, something is wrong.

May 12, 2008
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I haven't put it together yet so it isn't leaking. 😀 It's just a messy job to redo so I wanted to do it right the first time. Thanks for the advice.

June 9, 2008
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I prefer gorilla tape on all fittings....

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