Originally Posted by so_ber

Actually, no, I didn't use teflon tape. I asked the guys at the auto parts store and they said that since it's tapered, it wouldn't be necessary. And since there was no oil leaking after, I figured it was on there snug enough. Are you saying that it could be due to metal-to-metal contact then?


No, thread tape could give a faulty ground. You did it correctly.

Last edited by GrantCee; 11/03/18 06:25 PM.
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