mattv Posted July 26, 2016 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Thanks for sharing Rudy this is awesome!! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jorge Posted July 26, 2016 Share Posted July 26, 2016 Bad A.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewie Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Nice! Sure as hell beats using a DREMEL(don't ask) ???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 Nice! Sure as hell beats using a DREMEL(don't ask) I've always used a roto-zip I will have to try this "next time" looks easier than what I've done in the past although it's always worked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 This definitely works, I have used this method a few times. Tip: If the pipe is 1.25" or bigger, just heat the inner pipe with the torch and roll it out with the needle nose. Works great, no hole saw required! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanareef Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 This definitely works, I have used this method a few times. Tip: If the pipe is 1.25" or bigger, just heat the inner pipe with the torch and roll it out with the needle nose. Works great, no hole saw required! I like this approach better, hate to ruin a hole saw with a torch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danlu_gt Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Interesting... Please be careful if you're attempting this. If I remember correctly, heated pvc to vaporize is very toxic. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenbasketreef Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Interesting... Please be careful if you're attempting this. If I remember correctly, heated pvc to vaporize is very toxic. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using Tapatalk It is stated in the video that need to do this in well ventilated open area because of toxic fume in the process. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesmiles902 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 It is stated in the video that need to do this in well ventilated open area because of toxic fume in the process. +1. Burning Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) produces some of the worse carcinogens known. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chlorinated_polycyclic_aromatic_hydrocarbon Just do it outside. We've all burned plastic and know probably isn't good to inhale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailermann Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 Wow, great tip for something I never thought was possible. This idea alone makes subscribing worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reefer Ryan Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Good to know!!! Will definitely be trying this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R-3 Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Great video!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 It really works well! Honestly I just use a torch and needle nose pliers. Saved many expensive fittings this way... So when someone puts misc plumbing parts up for sale, keep in mind those fittings that look like they don't have enough pipe sticking out can be reused if you invest some time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertareef Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 3 hours ago, TheClark said: It really works well! Honestly I just use a torch and needle nose pliers. Saved many expensive fittings this way... So when someone puts misc plumbing parts up for sale, keep in mind those fittings that look like they don't have enough pipe sticking out can be reused if you invest some time... So, do you directly heat the pipe in that case? Sounds from some of the other posts that that would work... probably mostly a case of keeping things even and not over doing it - which is where the indirect method probably helps. I wonder if a heat gun (vs the torch) would be sufficient for direct heating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higher Thinking Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Is it odd that Tapatalk gave me an ad for dealing with lung cancer at the bottom of this thread?? I remember you showing this before Jeremy! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheClark Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 On 6/21/2017 at 10:37 AM, albertareef said: So, do you directly heat the pipe in that case? Sounds from some of the other posts that that would work... probably mostly a case of keeping things even and not over doing it - which is where the indirect method probably helps. I wonder if a heat gun (vs the torch) would be sufficient for direct heating. Yep, just torch inside the fitting, the pvc pipe itself. The pvc becomes soft, grab it and 'roll' it out with needle nose pliers. The pipe will roll up a sandwich wrap. I was skeptical but impressed when it worked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H20cooled Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 I end up throwing the fitting away, this is truly awesome. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oliversmith34 Posted May 17, 2023 Share Posted May 17, 2023 As an expert plumber at repipefitting.com I suggest unglueing PVC, you can try using a specialized PVC solvent cement remover or a mixture of acetone and alcohol. First, try using the solvent cement remover according to the manufacturer's instructions. If that doesn't work, mix equal parts acetone and alcohol, apply the mixture to the glued area, and use a scraper or putty knife to gently pry the pieces apart. Be sure to wear protective gloves and work in a well-ventilated area. It's important to note that attempting to unglue PVC may damage the material, so proceed with caution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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