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fishnu
04/26/2008, 09:26 AM
I have a slow drip on a pressure side line. Anyone have any long term experience with either of the above? I could use the epoxy with coral and rock. I just want to know which holds better for a pipe seal.

Salamander
04/27/2008, 12:37 AM
I have no experience using those for leaks. But could you turn off the pump for a day or two and use silicone? That is if the problem is above the water line of course.

southbound2008
04/27/2008, 05:41 AM
Plumbers tape will hold it fine and allow a connection you can easily disconnect later.

BeanAnimal
04/27/2008, 08:14 AM
If it is a threaded PVC connection that is leaking, I would recomend using teflon paste instead of the tape.