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Maybe a cutaway picture can help here. The packing around the valve stem has been compressed too much making the valve difficult to turn, then the new gasket is stiff and does not conform to the orifice and will take extra pressure to make a complete seal. So maybe loosening the packing nut a tiny bit will let the valve turn easier without leaking. It has been about 50/50 in my personal experience that loosening will cause a leak. Did I tell you I hate plumbing.Hey @PinkyNotTheBrain since you’re here which of those 2 nuts do i need to put pliers on and adjust so its not so difficult to turn it to the off position! Last time i fucked with it i think i messed with both and now u gotta put a shitload of force on the knob so it totally closes!
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The guy said he had to change a plastic washer on the inside but didn’t actually adjust what i messed with so its a bitch to get totally closed so no drips!
Ya was pretty sure what to adjust but this verifies it! And pretty sure what i circled (if its a washer like it looks like) is what the guy changed the other day so it wouldn’t drip when it was turned off!Maybe a cutaway picture can help here. The packing around the valve stem has been compressed too much making the valve difficult to turn, then the new gasket is stiff and does not conform to the orifice and will take extra pressure to make a complete seal. So maybe loosening the packing nut a tiny bit will let the valve turn easier without leaking. It has been about 50/50 in my personal experience that loosening will cause a leak. Did I tell you I hate plumbing.
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I used to for many years when I lived where we had climate for it. But its been a while. I came to think about this now over Xmas when I was in Portugal and smoked outdo, haven't had it in years until now. You are probably right, I wasn't looking for a scientific answer really, more of a thought flying by, that's all.Outdoor is something prtty special as well! I think it comes down to how much time you spend with the plants. Indoors gives people alot more privacy to just stand and admire in most cases i believe. I try to spend rqual time with my indoor and outdoor but its not always possible. Do you grow outdoors as well?
You know what @Mossy maybe I'll pack myand go be "neighbors" with you. I'm having serious thoughts. Im older every day, my kids are grown up, why am I even in this damn weather? Pay is
anyway, why not live where it's nice and warm and I can smoke without being hassled by the law.