Plumbing Pump Issue

SirSteve

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Dec 29, 2019
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I just moved into a home and am swapping out the pump, however, it sits about an inch higher than the main line. It's on a concrete pad. Is my only option to cut the pipes (which means replacing the valves) to make it level? Pictures attached.
 

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You might be able to use 22.5 degree fittings.

You can use (2) 2.5" fittings in socket or one in socket and one with a spigot side. and then a bushing.



 
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You might be able to use 22.5 degree fittings.

You can use (2) 2.5" fittings in socket or one in socket and one with a spigot side. and then a bushing.



I used the 2 x 22.5 and it leveled it up! Thanks! Now to tackle the valve end...
 
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The outside of the valve will take a 2.5" socket over the valve.

Make sure that you are using schedule 40 deep socket and not DWV shallow socket fittings.

The 22.5 degree fittings at Home Depot and Lowes are likely to be DWV, which are not pressure rated.

The sockets should be at least 1.25" deep.
 
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The outside of the valve will take a 2.5" socket over the valve.

Make sure that you are using schedule 40 deep socket and not DWV shallow socket fittings.

The 22.5 degree fittings at Home Depot and Lowes are likely to be DWV, which are not pressure rated.

The sockets should be at least 1.25" deep.
Gotcha! I wasn't aware of the difference! Thanks! I have glued anything yet so I will swap them out.
 
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