I'm having trouble glueing abs Hayward unions to pvc...

[Brannon132]

Hey guys and gals, I'm having leaks between my Hayward unions and my 2" pvc pipe. I just realized when i ordered another one that it's not pvc it's white abs. Is there a special glue i need to use? Any helpful info with this?

Thank you,
Brannon

 

[jblizzle]

Yes. You need the universal solvent for ABS and PVC ... just read the labels and make sure both are listed

 

[Brannon132]

Ok thank you Jason,

One more question is there anything i can put on your union threads to make them easier to screw on and off?

Thanks,
Brannon

 

[jblizzle]

I am not aware of any suggestions to use on the union threads ... I just use a pair of very large channel lock pliers to gently tighten or loosen them. Or you could use a strap wrench.

 

[Brannon132]

Ok, that's what i do as well, thanks Jason!

 

[jblizzle]

This is a good question as I would not mind spraying some silicone lubricant on the threads to make it easier ... I just don't know of any negative impacts.

 

[Jhsparky82]

When you glue PVC, clean, prime, go heavy on the glue, both pipes being joined. Push them together, give a quarter twist, and hold. Count to 10 and see if they push out. If they do, push them back together and count to 10 again.