Lube Bulkhead Gasket?

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  1. Kodak

    Kodak Astrea Snail

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    I'm using an internal overflow box. Am I suppose to lube the gasket? If so, what kind of lube? I saw a youtube video where the guy put some kind of lube on before he installed the box.

    Thanks!
     
    Kodak, Sep 17, 2012
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  2. dienerman

    dienerman Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Welcome! I would think no on the lube. Perhaps he was using plumbers tape?
     
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  3. AZDesertRat

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  4. Kodak

    Kodak Astrea Snail

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    Much appreciated!!!
     
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  5. AZDesertRat

    AZDesertRat Giant Squid

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    Glad to help.
     
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  6. BUGz

    BUGz Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    ^^I've used your info as bulkhead law from day one!
    Thanks AZDesertRat!
     
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