Recent content by yamdave1950

Thanks Whitespirit. The only reason I initially used paste was that the internal threads on the boiler were very sharp and I thought it would tear the PTFE tape. Thanks again.

I have fitted new pressurised heating system, but the threaded joints on boiler to pipework have slight leaks. I've used liquid ptfe which seems to have discoloured and oozing water droplets. I realise I must drain down and repair but with PTFE tape or use PTFE paste again but a diiferent brand ?

I'm a forum virgin and added a question about Heating but failed to use the Plumbing and heating listing. Can I transfer it or do I need to re-enter.

Here's another DIY plumber question. I live in rural France and have installed an oil fired heating only, pumped, pressurised system. The boiler is a Deville Carola 3 and has integral electrical thermostat connections linked. Most rads have thermostatic valves. I bought in UK a Sunvic...