Josh, Bob (and others), Thank you. I was thinking simple plastic barbed fittings with reinforced hose and hose clamps are simple and effective. My only concern, from reading, is the hose not being opaque enough to eliminate any growth in the lines. But then, these water hoses are all hidden and out of the sun so no issue there (I believe).
The PEX and Sharkbite systems all seem to be an expensive, over-engineered solution for this simple application. Which is why I asked the question to begin with. Thanks again. David F. Risch, J. D. Gulf Stream Associates, LLC (401) 419-4650 ________________________________ From: CnC-List <cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com> on behalf of Josh Muckley via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2019 11:37 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Josh Muckley Subject: Re: Stus-List Replacing Water Lines... Shark bite is one popular manufacturer. They are typically metal fittings and considerably higher cost compared to the plastic alternative made by Watts. Both are significantly more expensive than the barbed fittings and crimp. In residential settings one of the significant cost advantages is the "home run" topology. Since the tubing is flexible, elbows and tees are no longer needed like they would be on a copper installation. Similarly the time associated with assembly is reduced considerably. One continuous pipe from source to destination. The bend radius and methods of securing the tube/pipe in place makes the "home run" a bit more challenging on board a boat. A home run using a flexible drinking water hose product like that made by Shields or Trident is my choice. The flexibility coupled with the freeze protection and durability all and up to a quality and lasting solution. Use barbed brass fittings and clamps. It sounds like this was Bob Boyer's solution. Trident #162, 163, 164, or 165 https://tridentmarine.com/product/trident-reinforced-pvc-hose-164162/ https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Selecting-Marine-Hoses This is the lowest price per foot I could quickly find... And it is more expensive than PEX. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004CR4OP4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zONuCb7PXTPM7 Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C&C 37+ Solomons, MD On Wed, Jan 30, 2019, 11:00 PM Rick Brass via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I’ve done a couple of plumbing and landscaping projects using PEX tubing. Lowes and probably Home Depot sell a fitting for PEX tubing that uses small teeth where the fitting engages the tubing and requires no special tool. You simply push the fitting into the tube. I’ve not had any leaks I know of. I can’t recall the brand name. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com>] On Behalf Of David via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2019 10:06 AM To: CNC CNC <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> Cc: David <davidrisc...@msn.com<mailto:davidrisc...@msn.com>> Subject: Stus-List Replacing Water Lines... I am sure this has been gone over before...so please indulge me. Replacing, re-designing, water lines in 1981 40-2. Pex is the obvious choice. Are there less obvious (and have cheaper tools required to install) choices? Has anyone improved on the original design? I am thinking of adding easier accessible manifolds and an additional line for antifreeze and blowing out water. Thanks in advance. David F. Risch, J. D. Gulf Stream Associates, LLC (401) 419-4650 _______________________________________________ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray
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