new temp gauge

[kyle in NY]

After searching for a mechanical temp gauge and finding one with the right thread I just got it installed. It seems that the the threads are correct, but it does not seem to seat properly and drips slowly. Can anybody tell me of a product that I can apply to the threads to seal the leak? I was thinking plumbers dope but wasnt sure if it would tolerate the heat. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Kyle

 

[Anonymous-0]

High Temp Permatex Silicone (the red Stuff) will do the Job, I know from Experience... As always on this Board, Someone always HAS A BETTER MOUSE TRAP as usual, but It'l fix it.. Larry KF4LKU

 

[ben brown]

if your leaking around threads then the bulb or temp sending unit is not seated right in the reciver. i had one do this couldn't get it to seal so guy need to run i wraped the bulb where it seats in some thread tape was going to go back and change it out couple days later guy said not to worrie about it still holding 5 years later.