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Old 05-30-2006, 03:23 PM
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Are you planning on using the spa flex for the return as well? If so there will be a lot of drag in the line, unless I'm confused with some other product. Flex pipe has all of the ridges in it, no? Anyway, can you let me know if Western Pump has everything you need, I'm thinking of switching my drain to Flex to cut down on sound.
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Spa flex is smooth on the inside.
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If I were to use PVC instead, what parts will I need? remember, I want to keep things SIMPLE. Also, with the PVC, do I glue the pieces together? Do I physically glue the PVC part right on the bulkhead? If so, then how do I take it off if I plan to make some revisions in the future?
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If I were to use PVC instead, what parts will I need? remember, I want to keep things SIMPLE. Also, with the PVC, do I glue the pieces together? Do I physically glue the PVC part right on the bulkhead? If so, then how do I take it off if I plan to make some revisions in the future?
PVC has to be glued together. You can use couplers to allow for removing pumps etc for repairs and maintenance. Usually the bulkheads have pipe threads, so you can remove the threaded fittings from them if needed. There are bulkheads that are slip fit (glue together) also if you prefer that method.
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Old 05-30-2006, 07:54 PM
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If so, then how do I take it off if I plan to make some revisions in the future?
Thats what I'm trying to figure out right now.
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You cut it and then cement in new pieces. That's what couplers are for!!
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If you are completely new to sumps, are you aware of any of the precautions to avoid floods that you should take when installing and external overflow?
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If you are completely new to sumps, are you aware of any of the precautions to avoid floods that you should take when installing and external overflow?
Nope. Care to elaborate
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