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    tapered/NPT -vs- straight/BSP - is BSPP worth the cost?

    In another life (work $ + robustness requirements) we would go BSPP 100% given the choice. It's a better design, relying on the elastomeric seal is generally regarded as being much more robust than relying on sealant and thread deformation. Custom hydraulic work, on my own, is new to me...
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    Thread sealants on NPT and others?

    Lots of old threads and various opinions, but would like to revisit. I've not done much but all the NPT I've done (Kubota B21 2000# nominal) have been "dry" and not leaked. But I gather that is not the norm. Teflon tape seems to be on no ones "good idea" list. Various other solutions, loc...
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    How Do You Find the NPT Size for a Tractor?

    I have a John Deere 5055E tractor. I want to give this thingy a try but I could not figure out the NPT size. Are they standard? How would I measure it properly? I found some info on the web but it looks like NPT is for threaded designs. Quick coupler is not threaded, as far as I know. I'd...
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