Working with braided PVC

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by lmr2o, Sep 13, 2011.

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  1. lmr2o

    lmr2o Millepora

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    I'm in the process of doing my overflow pluming. I bought 1.25" braided pvc and this stuff isn't very flexible at all! lol

    Heres some pictures of my problem

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    it curves around the back just fine. Might get a zip tie to hold it around the middle of the stand there

    but when it enters my sump, its way too high
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    id like to find a way to have it sit lower somewhere like
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    any ideas from people who have dealt with this before, or maybe there is an obvious solution i'm just missing

    thanks!
     
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  3. bama

    bama Humpback Whale

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    get a barbed slip X barbed slip 90deg piece

    the store that sells that barbed piece going to your bulkhead will most likely sell this piece, its the same type
     
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  4. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Actually, I wish I went with this over PVC because it is easier to work around corners while still getting the most out of your pump.

    You could try zip-tying it to the tank? I forget what most people use for that problem. lol.
     
  5. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    What he said. :)
     
  6. lmr2o

    lmr2o Millepora

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    sounds easy enough, i knew there was a simple solution i just wasn't thinking of :p thanks a lot
     
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    lmr2o Millepora

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    success

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  9. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Congrats. I'll be following your build. :)
     
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    lmr2o Millepora

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