From: J. Forster (jfor@quik.com)
Date: Tue Aug 31 2004 - 18:50:02 PDT
Yes, pipe taps are tapered to seal properly so overtightning might cause a
crack. But so are sheet metal screws as another suggested. Pipe taps are much
finer thread, so there will be many more threads engaged and will seal better.
-John
Joe Foley wrote:
> --- "J. Forster" <jfor@quik.com> wrote:
>
> > If the tank is thick enough (>3/16") and amenable,
> > you could drill the hole out
> > and tap it 1/4" NPT, then put in a pipe plug with
> > Teflon tape.
> ++++++++
> And tighten it very, very, very carefully, too much
> and it will CRACK!
>
> Joe
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