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Originally Posted by masraum
Cut out the 45, add 90s and short vertical pieces, then 2 more 90s and a horizontal piece of the correct length to connect it all together.
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I concour with Steve's suggestion, Wayne.
You need to bring both pipe ends straight up - and then reconnect them above those other pipes.
You should not need any flex pipe.
You should have enough "flex' already with standard PVC pipe. Especially if you bring the two ends up high enough.
I'm thinking a sawzall would be the easiest way to cut out the old 45. Make sure everything is dry before gluing. Get the fittings in all the way - the glue will act as a lubricant. Let the 90's/ells set up for at least 15-30 minutes before proceeding with the 2 vertical pipes. Once those are in - again - let it set up for a bit before the next step.
Then "dry fit" the next steps before gluing. One 90/ell on each pipe end 'facing' each other. Then measure and cut the top pipe. Then glue in one 90/ell, glue in the pipe. Test dry-fit with the other 90/ell. When satisfied finish the last fitting.
Hope this all makes sense.
Remember with this method you will no longer need a 45. Just pivot the top (2) 90's/ells so they face each other and you'll have it.
As far PVC thickness - I would go ahead with regular thin wall....but you could also use schedule 40 (thicker). That part is up to you.
Also - make sure when you backfill you are very careful to add little at a time and use your hose end with water running to wash/jet the backfill in as you work. This will help eliminate any air pockets.
Good luck!
