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    Aug 21, 2009, 03:37 AM
    Running service pull from pole underground through pvc, need tips
    Im going to run 3 #2 alum, through 2" pvc, Should I just glue all my sticks together and than get a helper and load it up with wire lube and try to pull?
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    Aug 21, 2009, 03:58 AM
    The conduit system should be complete, box to box. Then you pull the wire in.

    Unless you have four 90's and a long run I doubt you'll need lube. Three #2 in 2" will almost pull itself in.
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