Tim, I don’t think using both tape and goop is helping. Get a good pipe dope specifically made for pipe fittings. I suspect your fittings aren’t cut correctly. You should get a good two to three turns by hand before you tighten with a pipe wrench to insure you get a good seal.

Last edited by Phak1; 11/24/2020 2:41 AM.

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