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pvc joint question
Author: mwr (IN) If you cut off a fitting and there is still some dried primer and glue residue on the pipe, is it possible to reapply primer and glue over that residue and make a new joint?
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Author: Hammerhead (NY) Yeah what I would do is go over the area with a piece of emery cloth.
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Author: hj (AZ) I would scrape or sand the cement off to give a smooth surface for the new joint.
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Re: pvc joint question
Author: mwr (IN) Generally how strong are PVC joints? Ive wondered this while applying pressure to fittings when making repairs.... is it possible to break a fitting downstream like this? Silly question I know.
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Re: pvc joint question
Author: KCRoto (MO) Ask Sum, he can tell you. And with which glue. And whether primer makes the joint stronger.
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Re: pvc joint question
Author: mwr (IN) Man, I didn't see that thread till now... I have some reading to do.
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