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    emtskiboe Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 6, 2007, 07:09 AM
    What happens if you used primer on ABS pipe
    I Know the directions say not to but what happens if purple primer was used on ABS at glue up. Will there be a problem with the fittings:eek:
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    iamgrowler Posts: 1,421, Reputation: 110
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    Dec 6, 2007, 07:16 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by emtskiboe
    I Know the directions say not to but what happens if purple primer was used on ABS at glue up. Will there be a problem with the fittings:eek:
    It's hard to say -- You certainly didn't do yourself any favors by contaminating the ABS glue with the primer.

    For peace of mind, I'd isolate the new plumbing from the old and put it under hydro-static test with a ten foot column of water.
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    Dec 6, 2007, 07:55 AM
    Growlers correct. Follow his advice. Primer's one function is to rewmove the glaze from the pipe and allow the two pieces to weld together when glued, The same result can be achieved withj sand cloth. However, Oatey makes a all purpose primer.
    Purple-tinted all purpose primer/cleaner for PVC and CPVC pipe and fittings.. . Can be used on ABS, CPVC, and PVC pipe and fittings to check on a all purpose primer click on
    Find Cleaners & Primers and other Solvents & Sealers at Aubuchon Hardware
    Regards, tom
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    Dec 6, 2007, 08:18 AM
    Hey speedball. Like your avatar. Did you know you can get postage with any picture on it. Saw the add the post office.

    I think you might have a hit.
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