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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Originality => Topic started by: Buzz1967 on October 11, 2016, 04:39:55 AM

Title: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Buzz1967 on October 11, 2016, 04:39:55 AM: Hello members!

My question is simple. Was Teflon tape used at the factory? Is it acceptable to use in a restoration that will ultimately be judged?
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: ko-lek-tor on October 11, 2016, 11:22:30 AM: You did not explain where or how or what you would use this tape on, but my answer is simple as well:) No, & no,& never use t. tape for anything on a car.
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: maroman on October 11, 2016, 12:50:56 PM: Every manual I've read says no teflon tape on fuel lines. The crumbs wind up in the jets or filters.
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Z28Project on October 11, 2016, 07:39:36 PM: I don't think you would ever need it on a fuel fitting since those are all flare type ends. It would only be applicable to tapered pipe type fittings.

John
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: ko-lek-tor on October 11, 2016, 10:31:52 PM: Quote from: Z28Project on October 11, 2016, 07:39:36 PM
I don't think you would ever need it on a fuel fitting since those are all flare type ends. It would only be applicable to tapered pipe type fittings.

John
True, and plugs are used in oil galleys, Man. trans, rear axles. I may use plumber's pipe dope, but I still would never use T. tape on any car part. Take it for what it's worth, I am only a lowly Farmer/Mechanic with 40 years of A.S.E. certified Master Mechanic credentials.
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Z28Project on October 11, 2016, 11:10:08 PM: Oh I agree 100%! Pipe dope works so much nicer on pipe fittings.

I haven't used the tape in years.

John
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Buzz1967 on October 13, 2016, 03:20:26 AM: I was remiss by not being specific as to where I would use the tape. I was speaking of the engine's temperature sender, transmission vacuum source, heater fitting (all on the iron intake) and the other heater fitting on the water pump. All are of the tapered thread variety. All of your replies are unanimous, so I'm off to the hardware store to purchase some plumber's pipe dope.

Thank's guys!
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: 68camaroz28 on October 13, 2016, 06:24:37 AM: Quote from: Buzz1967 on October 13, 2016, 03:20:26 AM
I was remiss by not being specific as to where I would use the tape. I was speaking of the engine's temperature sender, transmission vacuum source, heater fitting (all on the iron intake) and the other heater fitting on the water pump. All are of the tapered thread variety. All of your replies are unanimous, so I'm off to the hardware store to purchase some plumber's pipe dope.

Thank's guys!

I use a light coat of pipe dope and clean any excess after tightening.
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Mike S on October 13, 2016, 12:49:10 PM: I've used Permatex #2 for centuries on pipe threads including any threads that may enter coolant areas.

Mike
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Steve Shauger on October 13, 2016, 01:36:56 PM: Teflon Tape was never used. As recommended a light coating of pipe dope or permatex works well and clean off the excess.
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: Kelley W King on October 13, 2016, 03:03:07 PM: Permatex here always
Title: Re: Teflon Tape!!
Post by: z28z11 on October 18, 2016, 02:19:46 AM: Quote from: Kelley W King on October 13, 2016, 03:03:07 PM
Permatex here always

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