Teflon vs Loctite

[Gunga]

When used properly, Red loc-tite is the best. Put 2 drops of red on the last 3 threads of your fitting, let it wick all the way around to the other side, then lightly dab up the excess with a q-tip, so there is only loc-tite in the valleys of the threads, and install. After installing wipe up the excess that pools up at the fitting. Done this way I have NEVER had a problem removing fittings or gauges. There is no risk of getting teflon tape in your reg or valve (and yes I have seen it happen ALOT), and loc-tite has better gap filling properties, and the fitting/gauge will not move or leak when done properly. This is the method used by Air America factory and techs.

Shane-O

I guess this is the part where I come in and mention that the AGD factory and techs use teflon tape.

[MechWarrior]

Great advice guys! I think I will stick with the teflon for my air fittings and then blue loctite everything else down. I have also been using teflon for over 10 years and haven't had any issues yet (knock on wood!).

[Shane-O-Mac]

I guess this is the part where I come in and mention that the AGD factory and techs use teflon tape.

Your like Silent Bob, dont post anything for 2 years then come out and make a post.........

If you gotta use teflon, use the yellow stuff, its much easier to work with and doesnt wad up,
doesnt look crappy, and is much easier to put on the fitting. Plus it just seems to work better.

I personally dont care what people use, just when people start trying to tell others that red loc-tite is the worst thing since Herpes....................................

[frischtr]

Just remember never to use teflon tape on anything extremely high pressure... It's actually only rated for 150 PSI. I know I've used it for up to 1000 PSI with no problem, but wouldn't go any higher than that...

I use loctite 545 (pneumatic sealant, not thread locker) on all of my high pressure fittings...

[pierce]

I use Loctite 567. After you tighten the fitting you can wipe the excess sealant off for a nice clean look.