4460Rio Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 I need to replace a skimmer in an in-ground pool. The existing skimmer is a SwimQuip 8650. I am shopping for a replacement skimmer and most of them are constructed of ABS. Some of them have pipe threads and some of them have slip (glue) fittings. I have been told that slip (glue) fittings are better but I am concerned about gluing ABS to PVC. The Pentair Bermuda is available in PVC. Why are most skimmers made of ABS? Is ABS a better material for making skimmers than PVC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pool Clown Posted February 11, 2012 Report Share Posted February 11, 2012 There is ABS to PVC glue available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoolGuyNJ Posted February 11, 2012 Report Share Posted February 11, 2012 Most skimmer to plumbing connections for liner and F/G pools are threaded. Gunite's are often glued since they are embedded in concrete. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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