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05/10/2016, 03:05 AM
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Reef addict
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Cochran, Georgia
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PVC or flex line for sump plumbing?
Hey guys, I am in the process of finishing up my upgrades on a system that I purchased used, and one of the last pieces I have gotten to is the wet dry setup. I have a 40 gallon long that's going to be going under the stand to replace it. Right now, the setup is two flex lines. I know the return line can easily stay as a flex line, but I am not too sure about the drain side being as I'm not sure how to go about securing it so it doesn't pop out and flood everything in the house. Thank you guys for your time!
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05/10/2016, 05:18 AM
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Registered Member
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: North Carolina
Posts: 20,050
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pipe clamps or strap?
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05/10/2016, 09:00 AM
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Grizzled & Cynical
 Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Stamford, CT
Posts: 17,319
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Depends on the flex line. Those wet/dry corrugated pipes were not really intended for pressure applications.
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05/10/2016, 12:25 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Rio Rancho New Mexico
Posts: 162
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Flex line is great for down pipe from overflow to sump and the return of recommend vinyl hose. PVC is permanent and expensive due to the unions you will need to install
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