Lube

[molotov]

What does everyone use to lube their...........gaskets/O-rings with? I was thinking Slick 50 or some other kind of teflon spray. Of course I'd spray my fingers and wipe the grease on the gasket.

[Mrfish55]

I use food grade silicone lube, some pet stores sell lifeguard brand but you can get it at any plumbing store, I for sure would not use slick 50 or any petroleum based product.

[globaldesigns]

I have never used anythimg, and have never had issues. I dont like the thought of adding such substances to the tank.

[molotov]

What about vegetable oil?

[MMAX]

Originally Posted by globaldesigns

I have never used anythimg, and have never had issues. I dont like the thought of adding such substances to the tank.

Yep, you shouldn't have to lube them at all.

[molotov]

I guess I will just go dry and roll the dice that I don't have problems.

[lastlight]

I think most people that have issues attempted to use either a lubricant or a wrench. I rub gaskets clean under warm water with my fingers and hand-tighten.