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Originally Posted by dkoldman

Disclaimer: I don't know what the Mfgs or pros use.

If it were me I would apply this teflon sealant around the o ring and call it a day. I use all the time around my pool equipment which is under high pressures that you will never see in the black tank.

https://www.amazon.com/TacParts-Tefl.../dp/B01MDUYET2

You can find similar at a ACE, Lowes or even Wal Mart.

Nice will order !

This stuff works better than any one that I have found that uses silicone instead of Teflon. Silicone is used in many of the competition’s Products but the big thing about this one is that it is not really designed to make something smooth or run smoother or be a lubricant. This is a O-ring Sealant compound to give it a different description. And the reason I gave it to you on cleanup is actually a good thing that it’s the way it is what it is and possible almost to get the stuff off to you once you get it on you so if you are buying this and use it I implore you to get some nitrile gloves and use caution when applying. It says it works and for it to work it must be sticky. Like I said before this is not a lubricant so the fact that it has Teflon in there well you know it is what it is but silicone is known to degrade rubber so there you go... the best product out there I have found for a specific use and application.. simple to use: put it on the O-ring making sure it is coated (why you need the gloves) and then you put the pieces together and check for leaks, boom. Done.
Doesn’t matter if you’re in the pool business or taking care of your own, this o-ring maintenance facilitator is a must have in your kit.