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01-12-2014, 05:21 AM

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Thanks, will do it.

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01-12-2014, 05:49 AM

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With correct primer and glue you shouldn't have any problems at all.

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Some have a flashing of plastic on the non-o-ring side of the union left over from the molding process... I use some 600 grit then 1500 grit sand paper to smooth it down. Saves the o-ring from distress.

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