On Wed, 28 Jun 2006 17:46:24 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:


"Reginald P. Smithers III" wrote in message
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Bassy,
So would I, but I can't think of any reason it is neccessary, which was
Harry's question. The leak would be so little, I don't think the leak
would impact on the funtionality of the tool or the compressor. Unless
you were keeping the compressor on you would never notice the tiny leak
around the threads.


A leak-less compressor and reserve tank comes in handy when you have to
supply air to something (like a flat tire) at a remote location where
there's no power available, although most compressor/tank setups that I've
seen have an adjustable pressure regulator that you can set to "zero",
preserving the tank charge. (assuming *it* doesn't leak).

I do the Teflon tape though. I don't like leaks and I leave mine fully
charged up and plugged in at all times.

Eisboch


My compressor has no tank (Sears 'el cheapo'), so I don't worry about
saving air. As I need different nozzles for every damn thing, finger tight
(with leaks) works just fine.

In your scenario, I'd definitely use tape and a wrench.
--
John H

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