Oh No! brake fluid leaking around threads

[atek3]

So I installed galfer SS brake lines, added new fluid flushed and what not. Unfortunately when I put the system under pressure brake fluid is slowly leaking around the threads of the left hand bleeder valve on the caliper :(
people have mentioned using teflon tape around the threads, is that a good idea?

atek3

[MotoDave]

don't use teflon tape on the bleed screws.

First make sure its tightened down enough. I know its obvious but its gotten me before. If it still leaks pull the bleed screw out and make sure there is no dirt/grime in the bottom of the hole. The bottom of the bleed screw has to make a seal, and dirt can get in the way. You could also try replacing the bleed screw, they are pretty cheap.

[acer66]

had the same problem and as MotoDave said no teflon, thread lock etc just get a couple of new ones as MotoDave said, maybe i should just have written "i second MotoDave" but that would have been to easy