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I fitted new nozzle bibtap (same brand) onto new bibtap wall flange (same shop). I used PTFE tape, with Pipe joint lubricant (could not source Pipe joint compound) on both fittings. One fitted vertically, but the other, will not turn beyond what is shown in the picture.

What is the solution? I used Pipe joint lubricant for potable water, which worked in sealing the joint. Only PTFE (clockwise, facing male thread, 3 turns, 6 turns) was leaking.

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Remove all the PTFE tape and clean the treads.

Now screw it on (hand only), use some silicon grease (or even olive oil) to make it go easy.

To see how far it goes and the position it ends up at.

That should tell you how much you can screw it on with PTFE tape, by hand and then last turn 1/4 turn with wrench to tighten it.

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