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Old 01-02-2009, 01:19 PM posted to alt.building.construction,rec.gardens
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Default Source for reverse-threaded (non-bulkhead) PVC fittings for greenhouse?

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Steve Barker TB wrote:

ker_01 wrote:
Does anyone know where I can get standard-size, but reverse threaded PVC
fittings (1/2", 3/4", and 1" size)? I'm adapting a PVC greenhouse design,
and would need to be able to rotate a series of PVC pipes that cross the
structure and have that motion tighten them on both ends at the same time-
so one end would be standard thread, the other end would have to be reverse
thread.

The alternative is to just glue them all, but then my temporary greenhouse
becomes a permanet greenhouse...

I checked online, but so far the only reverse-threaded PVC I've been able
to find is bulkhead fittings, which isn't really what I need.

Thank you for any suggestions or possible sources,
Keith



Well you could use unions, (expensive) or just pin the slip connections
with 1/4" bolts and wingnuts.

s


You can always slip fit one joint with a long connector. No glue. If it
is in compression - it will not come apart. I do this for my spring hoop
house. It works pretty well.

Doug