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Old 19th February 2018, 20:24   #14
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Originally Posted by Andy_with_a_screwdriver View Post
Get a tube of blue silicone, it costs about £5, I've bought one tube in the last 10 years.
Put a thin layer either side of the copper washer before replacing it. I used to replace the copper washer but don't bother now, never had a problem in those 10 years.
upon removal simply scratch/peel away old silicone and repeat process.


I'd rather buy 10 washers - i'd trust them to still be usable after 10 years


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