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Old 07-15-11, 01:24 AM   #8
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the pvc probably won't last long in the sun like that, even painted it'll breakdown pretty fast. It will also add a plastic smell/taste to the water, most people using PVC heat exchangers have switched to pex since it doesn't seem to change the water.

that system will be a nightmare if freezing is ever possible. you really need to do a draindown or antifreeze setup in those conditions.
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