I have always heard that you put the teflon tape on in a clockwise direction not counterclockwise for right hand threads.
@elaneorourke29725 жыл бұрын
You are clear, quiet, and explanatory. Thank you so much for this.
@mtebaldi1 Жыл бұрын
This is an old video but that said I always apply my Teflon tape clockwise so that the Teflon tape doesn't possibly loosen up. This works great for me.
@leonschitzelgruber82373 жыл бұрын
Oh, geez. Where to start. 1. You should explain prep of pipe ends. 2. Use primer 3. Those "things" are male adapters. 4. Do not use Teflon tape on PVC threads. Tape isn't a "seal." It simply reduces friction so the threads can seal. Simply tighten. 5. When applying tape to non-PVC pipe, wrap it CW, not CCW. Your method will cause it to wrinkle up, potentially causing a leak. 6. Do not slather glue on like you're icing cupcakes. You're wasting it and pushing it into the pipe where it will dry and disrupt flow. 7. Once inserted, press elements together and hold 30 sec while glue sets, else the joint will partially jack out
@DIGITALCANADA3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining this so eloquently. Thank you! Now I can do some piping work at home. Cheers!
@Ketzalkoatlicue9 жыл бұрын
tal vez este tipo no sea PLUMBER pero me ayudo con lo que necesitaba. CONGRATULATIONS.
@billmoyer534210 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, just what I needed to replace pool sand filter fittings using unions.
@augustwest972711 ай бұрын
So, the thing this guy doesn't mention when gluing the fittings on, is you have to hold that fitting on the pipe for about 15 seconds or the glue will push it back off the pipe. Just so you know.
@newstart493 жыл бұрын
If your pipe is in the ground, it may not move at all. In this case you should use a compression coupling or a slip coupling. All three can be bought with slip ends so you don't need the threaded fittings.
@notgoodatmuchofanything Жыл бұрын
Yes but the compression couplers are not rated for high pressure, whereas the unions are rated for much higher pressure.and they also offer unions that are slip.
@MicrowavedTofu2 жыл бұрын
Oh my god thank you!! Working on a project and been racking my brain all day how to connect two different sized threaded ends. You sparked how to do it at 0:55 ish
@aaronbaraiya3692 Жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@thehonestman263 жыл бұрын
Nice guy, but a few issues here that should be known for people looking to try this. First, if you just get the unions with slip fittings, then you don't need the adapters. You just glue them on and that's it. Does the same thing, with 2 less pieces, which looks cleaner and saves money. And next, people should make sure you use primer first before the cement, and usually black is for concrete. Maybe this is a special one, but double check to make sure what the cement is for, or it could have issues as it might not make the correct bond. And lastly, safety first. Make sure to wear gloves when doing stuff like this. Keep your hands clean and safe.
@plainoldme73224 жыл бұрын
Focus boy! You put the tape on in the wrong direction 😋
@cutemalegymnat4 жыл бұрын
Remember to use primer
@rabidgp5 жыл бұрын
A slip union would have avoided the threaded adapters, plus they have a tendency to leak.
@bugattivi71103 жыл бұрын
I feel like he doesn’t know what he doing but he makes it look good 😂😂😂😂
@jeffponcedeleon31163 жыл бұрын
Primer?
@jeffponcedeleon31163 жыл бұрын
Red HOt?
@s.m.newlin3401 Жыл бұрын
Clean dirt from the pipe ends, sand rough edges left from cutting, PRIMER. ALWAYS PRIMER. Then correct PVC solvent. That looks like black ABS solvent which is strong as hell but I'm not sure if it holds up over time on pvc. Always match solvent to material. Best practice to use fresh solvent. And Hold the fitting on the end of the pipe for 10 to 20 seconds because the fitting will rise up from being fully seated in place.
@JagdishNarkar3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video very helpful. Doubts: I thought black glue is only for ABS pipe. Suggestion: Put taplon tape in same direction as tightening direction, it would fit properly.
@chazfaz35954 жыл бұрын
Don't unions also come with slip-style openings on both halves, so that you don't need a threaded adapters & teflon tape?
@tomgardner50063 жыл бұрын
Yes, they do....much easier to use, especially if you align both halves, something he claims doesn't matter.
@bash83872 жыл бұрын
I just bought one today and put it on easy mo mess
@andrewoneill5003Ай бұрын
Yes slip style means less joints less chance of failure.
@mikek64089 жыл бұрын
the teflon tape goes on the other way
@robertbdesmond7 жыл бұрын
True. He put the teflon tape on in the wrong direction!
@therealandrewcano5 жыл бұрын
Doesn't matter which way , it will work still , but yeah , you should wrap it so it goes the direction it turns ( clockwise)
@_1ben5 жыл бұрын
andrew cano it does matter
@JeffreyBue_imtxsmoke4 жыл бұрын
@@_1ben agree... it matters
@ajred65285 жыл бұрын
the teflon part killed me
@z3phyrdok Жыл бұрын
I knew someone that was real particular about getting all of the crack in the pipe! 😂😂😂
@z3phyrdok Жыл бұрын
Taking about a crackhead
@eaglerider942 ай бұрын
For piping below the ground, could I glue the ends then quickly assemble it and tighten before the glue sets in order to make sure it's as close together as possible? How much time do I have before the glue sets?
@thomasgarrett537110 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation
@Zamboni-08053 жыл бұрын
Why didn't you use a PVC slip joint union...reduces the space you need. Also, a union a flow direction, not sure which way your flow is, so I can not comment whether you got it on right or backwards. Also it looks like you use ABS glue, which is different than PVC glue. And finally you put the Teflon tape on backwards.. Maybe you should watch YT vids showing the correct way to install PVC piping before you make a video.
@FrankHammerHandsCooper134910 жыл бұрын
very direct, its hard to get lost with whats going on, I do wished he would have used some nitro gloves as I,m picking glue off my fingers for a long time. I think I do it for the fun of it haha.
@tomgardner50063 жыл бұрын
7 years later, and I'm wondering...have you used a solvent weld pvc union and pressurized it? Ever?
@MAGAMAN2 жыл бұрын
This is probably extreme overkill for most breaks. You can usually fit a glue on coupling if you have enough exposed pipe and the break is small enough, or you could use a compression coupling if the gap is wider and you don't have a lot of exposed pipe. The connector you use here is more for situations where you would need to remove some of the pipe, like a sprinkler riser, or an AC condensate drain coming from the AC unit.
@ryanbaptiste50462 жыл бұрын
Good stright to the point well done
@rodgerrain70333 жыл бұрын
You put the teflon tape on backwards, among several other errors. That is some crappy info you're giving.
@Charles-in3zt2 жыл бұрын
Great video! If you ever need to run a pipe brush back either way, can you take both sides of the union off and will that give you 2 inches between the PVC to run brushes either way to check for pluggage? I'm thinking off doing this for my AC condensate drain line to gain access because they did not put "T" or a cleanout.
@ezhasper70693 жыл бұрын
Great explanation!
@mijaelviricocheaparra7474 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.
@theworld459 Жыл бұрын
Does pvc union nead any wrench to tighten or just hand is only needed for tightening
@imtiazkhan97056 жыл бұрын
thanks. .this is exactly what I was looking for...
@veritas4honor Жыл бұрын
If you have a break in your pipe, just cut out the old section and use a coupler. Don't follow this advice. Seriously dude, why would you suggest people do this?
@stever.9925 Жыл бұрын
I agree completely. PVC Compression Coupling SxS Socket-Fitting of the appropriate size will work. Not this approach.
@blstrdbstrd2 жыл бұрын
Hi. What's that black substance you applied prior to applying the coupling and what does it do? I'm gonna DIY my pipe and I'm using this guide how to do so. Thanks.
@word17510 жыл бұрын
or you can buy a slip to slip union instead of a threaded union save money.
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
Threaded is better for future replacement with no glue or system expansion.
@z3phyrdok Жыл бұрын
And then there's those whom want to put their pipe in cracks! 😂😂😂😂
@kennethfrancis75033 жыл бұрын
The ball in a 3/4 ball valve is stuck in the closed position and attempting to open the valve for water to flow from the water tank , the red handle keeps turning , how can someone get the ball to go to the opened position for the water to flow ?
@yabbadabbadoo82253 жыл бұрын
Hey guys apply the thread tape B4 you glue the components together. Trying to do that in a hole will be a drama.
@johnvienta7622 Жыл бұрын
Well explained, thank you.
@garydesantis10 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about using these to repair a bad anti siphon valve on my sprinkler system, the two pipes are 3" center to center. What is the diameter of these unions? If I had 2 side by side, would the two pipes protruding be 3" on center??
@IMfanclub1 Жыл бұрын
Tq for sharing
@ryszardjacekrusniak79936 жыл бұрын
do not come close to my plumbing.... shise mister
@boyetniaubrey2358 Жыл бұрын
What happen if theres a 2mm gap between the gasket
@javiermartinez95827 жыл бұрын
Gracias desde Argentina
@richardh22114 жыл бұрын
This is wrong. A union will not pull together pipes - if they are already in the ground. This is not what a union is for.
@DaveBellGPJobsAustralia4 жыл бұрын
Looks good Ben, I'm off to Bunnings!
@fernesal7 жыл бұрын
Those unions are used mostly before the water pump in order to drain the system before it freezes and cause damage to pump or pipes. Or anywhere else you need to remove and reinstall it often.
@aminstropicalgardening8371 Жыл бұрын
Good information people like me . Thanks
@mrpentium3 жыл бұрын
how close does the 2 sides need to be ? There must be a limit to the distance in order for the collar to make the gasket seat, right ?
@miguelgallego24709 жыл бұрын
CUANDO VI COMO COLOCABA EL TEFLON,SE ME CAYO EL IDOLO.
@gonzo11245 жыл бұрын
Teflon tape always goes on, on a clock wise direction. Otherwise, it could come undone or not seal properly. Good video though.
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
Counter clockwise & won't come off if it is rapped tightly.
@323bendover3 жыл бұрын
Good video. Though don’t use abc glue as your first option.
@OthmanAlikhan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video =)
@NoamStJohn3 жыл бұрын
Ya did the Teflon in the wrong direction, but if it works it works lol
@yunick14082 жыл бұрын
2:14 what is that? a primer or cement?
@eng.mohd19903 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much❤️
@larryeary306 жыл бұрын
What do you do in close quarters sprinkler valve replacement where you can't move the pipe.
@therealandrewcano5 жыл бұрын
I prefer using an expansion coupling (slip-fix)
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
Not supposed to be used for constant pressure. Union also has replaceable washer.
@therealandrewcano4 жыл бұрын
@@pcofranc are you saying a slip fix isnt supposed to be used for constant pressure? Because they make 4" slip fixes. But , if it's bigger than 2" i go with compression couplings (smith blair couplings ).
@j.e.christo2133 жыл бұрын
How about you perform this video when the actual line is stationary and not in 2 movable sections like you have. Otherwise just use a slip coupler....
@kiskis47864 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@radiolandia5 жыл бұрын
Excelente Ben, Gracias
@jose8107255 жыл бұрын
thanks this video helped a lot!!!
@gosteelers19537 жыл бұрын
very helpful, thanks.
@mrjcbuc5 жыл бұрын
I have 5 inches to work with, is that enough?
@3Gabereal35 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help Ben. I know what I am now.
@Dunia_Ikan_Hias4 жыл бұрын
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@tolkienescuyos41694 жыл бұрын
It helps me.
@psnewsauditor-az52445 жыл бұрын
wrong way to wrap, and use primer, bad tips, stop it
@edcrittenden206 Жыл бұрын
attach your two lines to something so they can't slide around unrealistically....
@PradeepKumar-of5sg4 жыл бұрын
Super
@dhanushkaranganath38856 жыл бұрын
thank you bro
@jimdavidson52088 жыл бұрын
Clearly not a licensed plumber.
@raza5147 жыл бұрын
At least he knows how to do it.
@leomusic35277 жыл бұрын
Oooooooooh!!!! He said sit down bitch!
@jimrylander91437 жыл бұрын
knows how to do it wrong
@cesarpeerez5 жыл бұрын
Awesome explanation 😎👍 thanks
@noneya841810 жыл бұрын
Why wouldn't you just use one of those sleeve things if it's not something you'll need to take apart again?
@_1ben5 жыл бұрын
Why not use a dresser?
@arshikhur67738 жыл бұрын
I can't even open the primer or glue can Its brand new and the liquid shakes in there?
@tommytruth75958 жыл бұрын
+arshi khur Use pliers.
@arshikhur67738 жыл бұрын
+Tommy Truth I ran it under hot water and left it in the sun and the warmth loosen the grip.
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
Remove with slip-joint "plumbing style" pliers AND tighten after use with pliers to extend product life.
@mariahcohen52286 жыл бұрын
Yesss!
@pfsmith0075 жыл бұрын
Why not use a solvent union?
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
threaded for easy replacement and almost the same cost and time
@timgreen24268 жыл бұрын
Wow. Way over the top. Just cut pipe smooth all the way thru where repair is needed, and use a coupler!!! $.67. & yes, purple is designed to make solvent glue work proper.
@1Noack3 жыл бұрын
how would you put it on when both sides of the pipe don't move?
@LeoS412807 жыл бұрын
That is a terrible repair at so many levels.
@gustavorevoredo28989 жыл бұрын
I don't think it'll work that way because you the space you suggested isnt enough to fit the pieces onto each pipe.
@pcofranc4 жыл бұрын
Unions provide exact fit with no space needed. Unscrew and go straight up 0 clearance needed.
@vineethkc91994 жыл бұрын
Good
@KKDVOICE935 жыл бұрын
Tq bro...
@bvlb78210 жыл бұрын
Why the union? what reason would u have to take it apart if its in the ground... Why the male adapters? How about glue n a cuplin.. N maybe a small pc of pipe. N if its in the ground u would have to dig even more to wrap the pipe dope. How about a rag n liquid pipe dope
@bighairynuts4u4 жыл бұрын
if you think thats 2 inches then you must have a ft long lol. oh yeah I got a huge pipe.
@pilomartinez64876 жыл бұрын
si este muchacho.ablara en español.seria mejor.no les parese?.
@bekim7189 жыл бұрын
no primer and u didnt even use the glue correctly ..wtf
@tommytruth75958 жыл бұрын
+Bekim PuShKa You have to use primer.
@bekim7188 жыл бұрын
Yes purple is good
@lakshmandalpadado90662 жыл бұрын
There are simpler and cheaper ways of coupling. This is an expensive way of doing it.
@jmanzani6450 Жыл бұрын
Definitely not the best way to do this job for many reasons.....should have used slip coupling as the preferred connector. The simplest would have been to use a compression coupling. If he had to use a union, should have used solvent welds on the union and reduce points of failure. Must use primer for all connections, important step skipped. Never use Teflon tape on PVC, even the manufacturers will warn you not to do it.
@jimjimmis50718 жыл бұрын
not yet connected*
@porfidiomamani71266 жыл бұрын
por favor hablen en español, no entiendo nada
@johnkosheluk104110 жыл бұрын
That is not going to work how are u going to do that in the ground when u have no flex in the pipe plus y do u near thread adaptor when u can use a slip fit union ore even better u can use a quick fix 4 about 10 dollars
@AffordablePoolCareVeniceFL8 жыл бұрын
Are you high?
@bvlb78210 жыл бұрын
Why the f&$% would u do that
@shelleyrees9 жыл бұрын
I need to do it to a pool filter. Can't get the top of the filter off to add/change sand without cutting the pipes every time. Unions will make it much easier.