Aluminum pipe thread fittings are everywhere in the automotive world and as such may be viewed with no special concern. But beware! Avoid threading bare aluminum pipe fittings like AN parts into an ...

Tapered thread pipe and JIC 37° flare fittings are the two most common types of fittings that generally rank poor for reusability Wouldn’t it be nice if leak-free connections could last forever? Nice, ...

Even if you use a thread sealant, a female tapered thread fitting will not seal if it is attached to a male straight thread like a faucet or toilet connection. <P>Generally, do not mix Tapered with ...

Here's the scenario: It's Saturday morning and you begin a project/update/repair on your street rod that you've told yourself will only take half an hour or so to complete. Before you know it, an hour ...