DIY pitless adapter installation

[@AdventurousWay]

Here are the tools and materials we used in this video (includes affiliate links): ○ Campbell B-10XLF Pitless Adapter amzn.to/3T1XkSx ○ Cordless drill amzn.to/3mDaFF1 ○ 1 7/8in hole saw bit amzn.to/3JbexES and amzn.to/3kYLJHo ○ A short piece of schedule 40 pvc pipe ○ 1in MPT by 1in barb fitting ○ PTFE tape amzn.to/3kSGZTS ○ Pipe thread sealant amzn.to/3J54WPz ○ Tape measure ○ Adjustable pliers amzn.to/3FdlaoW ○ Canola oil ○ Metal file ○ A large t-handle (10ft +2ft galvanized pipe threaded on both ends and a tee) ○ Utility knife If you found this video useful consider sending us a Super Thanks on KZbin.

[@catherinecreech9619]

Thank you. How deep is your well?

[@fredla7353]

How long did it take to drill the 1-7/8" hole?

[@triplecranks]

I made my removal tool with 1/2” pipe to make it lighter. I just put an adapter to 1” near the pitless. Getting ready to do my daughter’s well. Thanks for video!

[@RPDBY]

how did it go?

[@ricklanpher3944]

well done Matt and Diana always remember fitting in your left hand tape in the right hand wrap tape clock wise

[@joeadams7857]

When using thread tape, an easy way to remember which direction to put it on is to spin the pipe or fitting in the direction of installation while holding the tape in one place. As you spin the fitting it will pull more tape off the roll and as long as you spin the fitting the same direction as when you install it, you will always be correct.

[@AdventurousWay]

Oh I like that. Makes perfect sense, thank you!

[@VintageTechNerd]

Was going to say this exact thing. Pretend you’re screwing it in with one hand while holding the tape with the other

[@hugh3rdof5]

Well done! Great content and tight, well illustrated presentation. (useful even for DIY folks doing simple well pump and/or wire replacements -- yet were puzzled as to just how these pitless adapters work.... You've so helped me "see" just what I'm dealing with -- thank you. (will definitely check out your other videos too)

[@niceride]

3:36 "and this is what's going to screw into... uh, this piece. ::contemplation:: It's not, it's the wrong fitting. ::intensifies:: No it is" thanks for keeping that brain malfunction in the cut 🤣a penny for every time I've had a moment like that trying to DIY some plumbing project! 🙃

[@AdventurousWay]

Oh my goodness, it happens more than I care to admit! No matter how much preparation you’ve done, sometimes it just takes a minute for your brain to catch up 🤣

[@dentech4710]

Good explanation of a pitless adapter. Nice job.

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks!

[@billstetler6769]

Thanks for explaining the pitiless adapter . You cleared that up for me

[@robertcorriveau5889]

Thank you so much both !!! well done very instructive😀

[@oldstoner-xn4pe]

Run the drill in reverse to start out with with a bit in the steel it will put a Groove into it and then run it the other direction to actually punch the hole

[@robbw7551]

Excellent video, just what I needed. I have to replace our pitless as it is leaking and new O-rings don't help. Apparently, the brass with our slightly acidic water (or was it alkaline? Anyway not neutral) ) will degrade over time. Our well is 25 years old. I am planning on going with a stainless steel pitless.

[@websuitemedia]

Excellent job and great demonstration of this entire process. I am getting ready to do ours here in Montana this weekend and this has been very helpful. Best video on this topic I have seen, and I've been through quite a few of them 😊 Eric PS- one hurdle I have is that we have artesian flow of water coming out the top with about a 3 gpm head pressure. I think I am going to sink a pump hose down below so the water, or at least not as much, isn't flowing out the top and the side as we drill the hole and install the pitless adapter😅

[@AdventurousWay]

Thank you for the kind words! That kind of water flow sounds like a nice problem to have. Curious though what happens in winter?

[@websuitemedia]

@AdventurousWay yes, it would freeze. That is why we are putting the pitless in down 6 ft. Then we'll run that to our heated utility shed with the pressure tank. Cheers!

[@brenteisner3665]

Should use a carbide tipped hole saw - way more expensive but will only need 1

[@prestonrayburn3542]

cool, also watch out for that storm coming by

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks! I've just been out plowing our driveway with the tractor. It's about 37°F so although it's still snowing, it's not settling as much. Stay safe!

[@brendan8363]

Super helpful. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@AdventurousWay]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brenteisner3665]

Use a debur tool to clear the inside edge of the hole

[@gosnelljames]

Why not use a brass fitting instead of a stainless barb? Like a Ford, Legend, or McD pack joint fitting? You wouldn't then need to worry about dissimilar metals. Also, stainless steel banding sometimes is sold with non stainless screws.

[@13bluerocks]

Hold fitting in left hand and tape in right. Tape clockwise

[@jackmccarty1421]

Awesome job!

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks!

[@Itemsforsaleontario]

3:39 best face EVER!!!!!

[@ernestestrada2461]

I'm not surprised the Irwin drill bit failed. I used to specify tools used on the production line and we found that Irwin only makes consumer grade tools. I called customer service and they told me they don't make hardened commercial grade tools. That's why when it counts I spend the money for better bits. I definitely do not use harbor freight bits cuz they are complete garbage.

[@AdventurousWay]

That's really good to know, thanks for sharing! In this particular case I really only needed it to last for that one hole, but it was disappointing nonetheless.

[@dansplaceinthewoods7340]

Always put the fitting in your right hand tape on the top turn fitting away from you correct every time

[@bryanhenderson591]

What does "tape on top" mean, and how does this result in the tape being wound onto the threads?

[@EFFTrudeau-001]

At 16:20 you threaded the tape in backwards

[@AdventurousWay]

Keep watching….

[@jeffwilliams2458]

Why cant i buy a tbar 😢

[@Yeakerr]

I always thought they were welded in ?

[@AdventurousWay]

Nope, they are drilled and screwed in like in the video.

[@sleektoneofficial]

Why not use a brass barb

[@AdventurousWay]

In which location?

[@sleektoneofficial]

@@AdventurousWay coming of the pitless adapter to the suction line instead of ss just use brass to brass tape and dope is not gonna stop electrolysis. You need a dielectric union, but brass is better then steel so just use brass next time.

[@AdventurousWay]

Ah, for the stubbed supply line on the outside of pitless adapter? Yes, you're right, I probably should have used brass there. The SS was probably just what I had on hand at that point, but we'll be replacing that with the real supply line soon anyway so I can switch it to brass then. Good spot!

[@chrishanna1862]

Easiest way to remember is to not forget 🙄😄 jk great video 🔥🔥

[@cmflowers5496]

Great!

[@AdventurousWay]

Thanks!

[@mattweiler415]

You got lucky there but seriously when drilling, especially metal and oil potentially flying about, safety glasses are something you should not go without. I'd probably not fire one of my employees if I saw them doing what you were, the first time, but we'd definitely have to have a serious talk.

[@sasquatch885]

If it was me I’d be concerned about losing the part that goes inside. I’d have to leave it attached to the 10’ pipe.😬

[@AdventurousWay]

The piece of pipe was good insurance to make sure it didn't fall out while installing, and once it's in there, it's nice and secure! I hope 🙈

[@beavisroadhog9629]

Tape and sealant, huh? A little overkill for a temporary setup.

[@AdventurousWay]

A little overkill never hurts!

[@peter-pg5yc]

now i know

[@brenteisner3665]

Never use oil! Just use regular water as lubricant - know what you’re talking about.

[@BradGrove]

Hmmmm... don't like to see "professionals" use a pair of multi-grips to tighten a hex fitting.

[@AdventurousWay]

I agree. Fortunately this is a DIY video.

[@brandonlynn8770]

Or using them with the jaws in the wrong direction lol

[@Icutmetal]

Well that’s the cool part about KZbin- you can always watch another video.