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    yellowbigdog Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 22, 2010, 11:47 PM
    Water pump/witch is better pvc or metal pipe
    When I Install 1 1/2 horse power submersible water pump at 100 Feet.witch would be the best to use pvc pipe or metal pipe
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    creahands Posts: 2,854, Reputation: 195
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    Dec 23, 2010, 08:24 AM

    Metal pipe will rust over time. All companies in my area use PVC.
    PVC is also easier to work with.

    Chuck
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    Dec 23, 2010, 01:23 PM

    YUP! They use PVC everywhere in my area, too. Makes for super light work compared to metal pipes... ;)

    Mark
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    Dec 24, 2010, 06:40 AM

    Just curious. Why such a large pump?

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