I just upgraded mine. I was surprised at how simple it worked and how much more drain flow I have. It's stealing flow from my overflow box. I'm going to upgrade my pump next week.
+Jay Wilson I need to work seriously on presentation lol just wanted to show the idea... and thanks, bud... coming from a non-DIY-guy, its appreciated! :)
I found it was easier to just PVC glue the outer pipe to the side of the drain pipe. Yes its not centered but it doesn't make a difference to the work ability of the overflow.
Wouldn't it work just as well to use Joey's version and just add a weight at the bottom to the keep the weir pipe from floating up? Something like a flat rock or a bag of sand.
Antonio Juliano length measurements dont really matter, but the longer the better, it'll flow more effectively. Honestly though, i started drilling my tanks 6 months ago, and will avoid suction overflows whenever possible.
nickidml it can be if the flow isnt high / fast enough... basically, if the outer tube isnt almost full, yes, itll gurgle. So if youve not a flow controllable pump, you may want to start with a smaller cutout on that inner pipe, slowing the flow.
And? And I dont know why your buying a bunch of extra pieces and making things harder when all you had to do was buy a end cap and glue it onto the bottom www.lowes.com/pd/LASCO-1-in-Dia-PVC-Sch-40-Cap/1067815
Neil Chand cuz that's a hack abd would never hold the inner tube in place correctly, nor be watertight. I use a coupling and reducer bushing, equally as inexpensive... thx for the suggestion though.
Neil Chand cuz that's a hack abd would never hold the inner tube in place correctly, nor be watertight. I use a coupling and reducer bushing, equally as inexpensive... thx for the suggestion though.
Wonderful Idea!! I am having that exact problem with my weir! Thank you
I just upgraded mine. I was surprised at how simple it worked and how much more drain flow I have. It's stealing flow from my overflow box. I'm going to upgrade my pump next week.
Great job man
+Jay Wilson I need to work seriously on presentation lol just wanted to show the idea... and thanks, bud... coming from a non-DIY-guy, its appreciated! :)
I found it was easier to just PVC glue the outer pipe to the side of the drain pipe.
Yes its not centered but it doesn't make a difference to the work ability of the overflow.
looks like a good idea! Do they make flat caps for the bottom or just rounded?
thanks for the video!
Matson20 I have seen less rounded caps... I suppose it depends on the pvc manufacturer.. or you could probably use a plug in the caps place.
USA....USA...USA!!!! Great work
THE SO CALLED KING OF DIY RIPPED THIS OFF FROM OTHER PEOPLE.
Pigeon Pete he's a douche, unsubscribed 2 years ago... arogant hack is all he is, in my opinion. Im on your side! 😉
and he goes around trying to rip on anyone that makes a similar video.
joe is the man,,,,,,,,he is so creative even if it is not his idea but still ,,,,long live the king of diy
Joey is the king of plagiarism. Typical Canadian. Canada is like a bland Wal-Mart brand version of a real country.
Wouldn't it work just as well to use Joey's version and just add a weight at the bottom to the keep the weir pipe from floating up? Something like a flat rock or a bag of sand.
I thought the same, but I believe it could risk blocking flow
Just drop the outer pipe to the bottom, end cap it let the overflow hang on the top edge of tank, solved.
solved? its already solved without a 30" pipe down the height of my tank.. thanks though
just cut suction tube at very sharp angle and no changes to original setup....
Can I get help on the measurements for the pvc's? i have a 75 gallon tank. need advice, any help can do.
Antonio Juliano length measurements dont really matter, but the longer the better, it'll flow more effectively. Honestly though, i started drilling my tanks 6 months ago, and will avoid suction overflows whenever possible.
do you still have the past measurements of your old build? i don't think I can drill my tank, the glass is too thin.
+Antonio Juliano if you mean the lengths, it's not critical, whatever looks good to you
What is the result? did it work?
absolutely... its never floated away and broke suction as the original design did.
Thank you for your quick response, I will try this version, despite I have no problem with the other version but just in case.
Is it noisy? If so, how do you quiet it down?
nickidml it can be if the flow isnt high / fast enough... basically, if the outer tube isnt almost full, yes, itll gurgle. So if youve not a flow controllable pump, you may want to start with a smaller cutout on that inner pipe, slowing the flow.
You can buy a end caps for pvc for $1
Neil Chand and?
And? And I dont know why your buying a bunch of extra pieces and making things harder when all you had to do was buy a end cap and glue it onto the bottom www.lowes.com/pd/LASCO-1-in-Dia-PVC-Sch-40-Cap/1067815
Neil Chand cuz that's a hack abd would never hold the inner tube in place correctly, nor be watertight. I use a coupling and reducer bushing, equally as inexpensive... thx for the suggestion though.
Neil Chand cuz that's a hack abd would never hold the inner tube in place correctly, nor be watertight. I use a coupling and reducer bushing, equally as inexpensive... thx for the suggestion though.
Man if you look at some of my videos prevention was horrid. It comes. Pick up a cheap Phone tripod off Amazon and you will be top notch
+Jay Wilson ya, that's the first and most important step.. I will do that, thanks Jay!