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sum (FL)
I just noticed on Fernco's web site they have now a rubber coupling that is EXTRA long. For example for 3X3 and 4X4 the couplings are like 8", 10" long.
It's called the XL COUPLING.
[www.fernco.com]
It's benefits are:
Extra Long for pipe alignment problems
Extra Long to protect against thermal expansion and contraction
Extra Long to secure pipe from unstable ground and structures
Extra Long to resist heavy earth loads
The problem I see is that more DIYers and pros will no longer even attempt to align their pipes correctly. The Fernco XL coupling is the new 12 degree custom rubber elbow
I have a personal experience about this with the city's public works which I will post on a separate thread.
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vic (CA)
Sum, thanks for sharing the xl info and I agree with your thoughts about why some sadly might buy/use it as a degree changer.
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Don411 (IN)
Sum, do you have a pool going on how long before the city needs to repair that sewage pipe again? I remember the pics you posted of the fugazy fernco install by the city
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