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The run from the skimmer to the pump is about 50' and the run from the pump to the waterfall is 45'.

What pump size do I need for a dedicated Ricorock waterfall that will work with a minimum 40 gpm flow (waterfall will sheet @ this flow rate, but will handle up to 80 gpm). The waterfall will be supplied by a dedicated skimmer. The supply and return line are both 2" pvc. I'm looking @ an energy...

What glue should I use for the conduict on the light niche. I know the light niche and conduict will hold water and should be pressure tested. Should I primer and use the electrical glue or use regular pvc plumming glue? Thanks!

What brand/type of glue do you guys use on the skmimer and main drains to pvc pipe. The install sheets say use an approved pvc to abs glue. Also what glue do you use on the cpvc jandy/pentair valves to pvc pipe. What works best?? Thanks

seever- yes there will be 2 drains (anti-vortex) with one 2" line going to it. I guess I should have given more details.

I'm doing a diy vinyl inground pool and have some ?'s. The pool is freeform 36k gallons.I have an intelliflo pump. I plan on the following pipe structure. 2 - 2" skimmer lines 1 - 2" main drain 1 - 2" for 3 step returns (2 on main step/1 on deep end contiur step) 1 - 2" for 2 inpool returns 1 -...

What's the best sealant to use for pipe threads that are doing to be inground (ie. skimmers/return fittings to pvc pipe). Is teflon tape or pipe dope better. What brands?? Does everyone use the blue glue for pipe to pipe fittings?

Which valves are the best to use. I want to be able to control the water flow thru the valves. The pentair valves have stops that allow you to divert water @ different flow rates. Does the jandy valve allow you to do this (ie. keeping the valve @ half open without the valve slipping back full...

Pentair makes one. Check out the site below. "These valves are ideal for diverting, shuting-off, or mixing applications. The Teflon composite diverter seal requires no lubrication. Field-adjustable stops ensure precise positioning while simplifying use, and the extra-wide diverter offers...