ok im not being cheeky, but if your trap is leaking it could be that the washer is shot or that the nut isnt tightened far enough. the mechanics of that type of joint is that the rubber washer gets pushed down into the grove and bulges up, this jams between the inside wall of the fitting and the outside wall of the pipe making a water tight seal. the threads don't have anything to do with it. ptfe tape is for olives and threaded radiator tails.
@sgbigsby1989 You're right, you shouldn't have to use teflon tape. If the rubber bushing is worn, or if the nylon ring is worn &/or if the plastic threads are worn on your trap piece or the plastic nut, it can cause a leak which teflon tape seems to fix about everytime. It would always be best to replace worn parts with new of course, but it seems that we don't live in a perfect world. That's when teflon tape comes in handy...you know until we get the new parts! Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
@die2self777 So glad you were able to find my channel! Always happy to help out. Thanks for commenting. Anytime you have a howto/DIY question, let me know. I'm here to help you with your projects. Joe :0
Compression type joints like the one on the p-trap don't need teflon tape. The threads aren't designed to make the seal, the washer on the trap arm and the concave shape of the trap adapter are designed to make the seal. The bulk of the teflon poses more of a risk of breaking the nut on the trap arm than tightening it down. How do you fix it? Buy a new inch and half trap washer for about 10 cents.
@TheJourneymanShow I've had plastic trap nuts leak before, without using teflon tape....brand new ones even. Every time I've used teflon tape, I have not had a leak so I figure I would continue using the tape, especially if the arm is coming out at a very slight angle or more of an angle like I was dealing with on this video. It was easier to fix with the teflon tape rather than going to the store & picking up more parts. Your comments do make sense though. Thanks for sharing! Joe :0
@greenbutterfly101 Hopefully the teflon tape will do the trick for you. If not....it might be something else that is causing your leak, like a cracked pipe or cracked threads, etc.. Let me know how it comes out. Thanks again for continuing to view my videos! Joe :0
@plastique45 It always seems tight working under a bathroom sink. Make sure to remove all items under sink & also remove the cabinet doors. This will give you additional room. Now you're ready. Joe :0
@cbfall "Joe's" going to make a plumber out of you yet lol! Thanks for sending in your comments. Keep watching as the more you watch.....the more you learn. :0
ok im not being cheeky, but if your trap is leaking it could be that the washer is shot or that the nut isnt tightened far enough. the mechanics of that type of joint is that the rubber washer gets pushed down into the grove and bulges up, this jams between the inside wall of the fitting and the outside wall of the pipe making a water tight seal. the threads don't have anything to do with it. ptfe tape is for olives and threaded radiator tails.
sgbigsby1989 3 weeks ago
@sgbigsby1989 You're right, you shouldn't have to use teflon tape. If the rubber bushing is worn, or if the nylon ring is worn &/or if the plastic threads are worn on your trap piece or the plastic nut, it can cause a leak which teflon tape seems to fix about everytime. It would always be best to replace worn parts with new of course, but it seems that we don't live in a perfect world. That's when teflon tape comes in handy...you know until we get the new parts! Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 3 weeks ago
Thanks bro! U saved my home from a flood! Wife n I thank u. Noah
die2self777 1 month ago
@die2self777 So glad you were able to find my channel! Always happy to help out. Thanks for commenting. Anytime you have a howto/DIY question, let me know. I'm here to help you with your projects. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 month ago
if you need any teflon tape at wholesale prices... checkout argco.com and email daryl@argco.com for a discount
argco1 2 months ago
@argco1 Thanks for the tip! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 month ago
Compression type joints like the one on the p-trap don't need teflon tape. The threads aren't designed to make the seal, the washer on the trap arm and the concave shape of the trap adapter are designed to make the seal. The bulk of the teflon poses more of a risk of breaking the nut on the trap arm than tightening it down. How do you fix it? Buy a new inch and half trap washer for about 10 cents.
TheJourneymanShow 7 months ago
@TheJourneymanShow I've had plastic trap nuts leak before, without using teflon tape....brand new ones even. Every time I've used teflon tape, I have not had a leak so I figure I would continue using the tape, especially if the arm is coming out at a very slight angle or more of an angle like I was dealing with on this video. It was easier to fix with the teflon tape rather than going to the store & picking up more parts. Your comments do make sense though. Thanks for sharing! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 7 months ago
This is the first I heard of this tape! Thanx joe you're great.
greenbutterfly101 8 months ago
@greenbutterfly101 Hopefully the teflon tape will do the trick for you. If not....it might be something else that is causing your leak, like a cracked pipe or cracked threads, etc.. Let me know how it comes out. Thanks again for continuing to view my videos! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
youre house is yukkeeville Joe. but great tip Joe
Alexandersonson 8 months ago
@Alexandersonson It's not my house. I was helping out a neighbor on repairing a leak. Thanks for taking time out to check out "joe"!! :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
@ 1:11 "hhuuuurrrrrrhhh, that's tight down there...." ô_Ö
plastique45 9 months ago
@plastique45 It always seems tight working under a bathroom sink. Make sure to remove all items under sink & also remove the cabinet doors. This will give you additional room. Now you're ready. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
Yea my dad uses that that tape all the time
bostonbruinsfan1000 9 months ago
@bostonbruinsfan1000 That's great to hear. Just make sure you apply the teflon tape in the correct direction. Have a great weekend. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 9 months ago
@VideoJoeKnows thanks you too
bostonbruinsfan1000 9 months ago
You are welcome it wos very good to know :):)
DAZUPYOU 11 months ago
Excellent tip Joe. I always use teflon tape myself.
kipper122670 11 months ago
@kipper122670 Glad to hear you use teflon tape for your plumbing projects. Keep it up. :0
VideoJoeKnows 11 months ago
Very good tips i like it a lot thanks :):)
DAZUPYOU 11 months ago
@DAZUPYOU Thanks for your comments. Glad to hear you like the "tip" about how to save yourself a little dough with "joe" lol! :0
VideoJoeKnows 11 months ago
Thanks for the tips Joe ^_^
Queenterrier 11 months ago
I will definitely remember this! Use teflon tape to fix leaks!! Very cool video!!
cbfall 11 months ago
@cbfall "Joe's" going to make a plumber out of you yet lol! Thanks for sending in your comments. Keep watching as the more you watch.....the more you learn. :0
VideoJoeKnows 11 months ago
nice one...
jaideepwadali 11 months ago