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    phreshout Posts: 18, Reputation: 2
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    Mar 4, 2008, 02:23 PM
    Straightening pex tubing
    I bought a 50' roll of pex for a project that requires a pretty straight lay. Is there a patented way to straighten the tubing from the tight (2.5' diam) packaged roll? Should I just rely on anchor clamps nailed into studs? Thanks.
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    Mar 4, 2008, 03:07 PM
    The nicest thing about PEx besides the cost is that it does bend. I would not worry about the curve, most will come out as you install your clamps.
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    Mar 5, 2008, 08:52 AM
    Thanks for reply. Also, seems like it should relax over time in the clamps anyway. Rob in Wichita
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    Mar 5, 2008, 05:48 PM
    To help the situation... I would clamp every floor joist (instead of every other) or every two feet... it is really just a matter of looks - not function.
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