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    joseramon2231 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 4, 2009, 05:35 PM
    Is it better to use cast iron or pvc under ground??

    Pvc or cast iron

    How to tap into it?

    How to do it?
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    Aug 4, 2009, 05:37 PM

    Schedule 40 pvc works just fine underground and is much easier to work with.
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    Aug 4, 2009, 06:30 PM

    Why three post? You have questions ask. Tell us what you are doing, put them in some contest. Combine your post.
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    Aug 5, 2009, 05:25 AM
    Go with PVC. It will out last Cast Iron and the joints hold up better. Good luck, Tom

    Joseramon2231,
    I have merged all your posts that are asking the same question. Please observe the posting rules in the future. We have recommended PVC as a replacement. If were me I'd replace all of that old terra-cotta line but you asked how to tie the PVC back to the terra-cotta. Would this be a hub or a bald piece of clay pipe? Regards, Tom
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    Aug 5, 2009, 08:51 PM

    Agree with Tom: PVC or ABS are the materials of choice. They make fittings for every possible pipe, size, material - and situation. Go to www.Fernco.com and see their catalog.
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