Gas shut off Valve

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vangogh

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Hi all. I am about to take the gas shut off valve under the dash. What is the best way to do it without wreaking the threads? Les Andrews warns one about this. Thanks for the help!

Paul in AZ
 
never had a problem- use a crescent wrench. when I reinstall I use plumbers teflon tape or pipe dope with teflon.
 
ronn said:
never had a problem- use a crescent wrench. when I reinstall I use plumbers teflon tape or pipe dope with teflon.
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The white teflon tape is not fuel proof. The yellow one is fuel resistant - an improvement but IMO, still not good enough. I use a little Permatex #3 on the thread and although I haven't used it, I think P/tex #2 would do too. Other may confirm or dispute. It's not personal.
 
vangogh said:
Hi all. I am about to take the gas shut off valve under the dash. What is the best way to do it without wreaking the threads? Les Andrews warns one about this. Thanks for the help!

Paul in AZ
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Hello Paul! As stated use adjustable wrench should be able to turn it .. or 5/8" wrench on the square part,shouldn't be near the threads.
 
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