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    curliejones Posts: 18, Reputation: 0
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    Aug 14, 2016, 04:13 AM
    EMT caps
    I am using 3/4" EMT conduit stuck into 2x4s to support lumber stock (outdoors)and want to close the outboard end to keep insects out. I searched a little and found Arlington EMT75C a plastic end cap. Does anyone have experience with plastic end caps to know if the will fit tightly and not knock off the EMT easily? This is the only brand / product I could find and jobbers supply them by the hundred (around $12) but the shipping is always UPS ground at $18 or so. Looking for a solution and a cheap one if possible.
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    Aug 14, 2016, 05:50 AM
    Why not stuff a little waded up paper about 1/2" down the end and then seal the end with hot glue.
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    Aug 14, 2016, 06:13 AM
    Rubber stoppers or PVC piping caps and caulk them on. I have used stainless steel wool pot scrubbers, get at Dollar Tree.
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    Aug 14, 2016, 10:08 PM
    Hammer them flat and bend them over. Why waste time with caps?
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    Aug 19, 2016, 10:13 AM
    How about a washer at the end of the conduit so it won't cut into the wood. It would displace the pressure. Any plastic or rubber end caps on pipe or conduit need a washer, or it will cut through? My opinion.
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