reson46 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I'm installing an AutoMeter temperature gauge and sending unit. The installation instructions for the sending unit clearly states that it grounds through the sending unit's threads, but it also states to use teflon sealer on the threads. :hmm: This doesn't quite sound right to me. Wouldn't the teflon sealer reduce the grounding efficiency or possibly prevent it from grounding at all? Willy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 I think there is still good contact between the threads. The teflon is just kind of a space filler. Rob L. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Your thinking is sound and sometimes it does cause problems. I suggest you not go overboard with the tape and likely you will be fine!! Good luck, CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reson46 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 I tried it without teflon tape...it leaked. Looks like the tape is necessary. :dunno: Willy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper2000 Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 A lil bit o pipe dope works good also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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