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Old 2nd June 2019, 09:53   #37
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Originally Posted by SD1too View Post
... Start by having a close look at the two seals. Do they appear flattened and flush with the body of the cap? A rounded profile should definitely be visible accompanied by a feeling of mild resistance as the cap is screwed into the neck of the tank. New seals are available separately and are inexpensive.
Over tightening the cap just once can flatten the seals even if they're brand new. I put a new cap on mine and its rounded seals were flat within 24 hours (I always screw the darned thing on too far ).
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