The Plumbers Goop will probably work, and if it doesn't the tape will cover
it and the joint. Go for the permanent fix first, you always have the
temporary to back you up.
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RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html

"Wilmdale" wrote in message
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RichToyBox wrote:

I had a leak in a 4 inch line to my vortex filter and used several
different
methods to try to stop the leak, finally used the tape and it has been
there
for 3 or 4 years. If it works, when it fails, it is easy to replace, and
that may be a job that comes around only every few years.


Good information. I was considering using plumbers "GOOP". Supposed to
be a permanent fix.