Yes, I agree... Tig is always the best. Also if you are going to use dissimilar metals then I would use thick Teflon and just snug it until it stops dripping. I will be switching my SS tubes out for aircraft aluminum/blue hose next build and I will also incorporate the drain you describe....
Great improvement... handy once a year.
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