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Old 07-14-2015, 03:17 AM   #82 (permalink)
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I don't mean to play grave digger but I have a few solutions to a few open ends to this post.
1 The Pump.
Going for a high volume, low pressure centrifugal pump is not what you want at all. The max head pressure on most of these pumps is 2 to 3 feet of pump head. Which translates to 1 to 2 psi. Not what you want when you are dealing with small lines.
Try a lower volume higher pressure diaphragm pump. Something such as a surflo.
2gpm at sufficient psi is more than enough.
2 the supply lines.
Nylon or polyurethane lines and push fittings are the perfect option for getting cold water from your cold water source to your seat. You can find them in sizes from 1/2 inch down to 4mm.
I don't know how well the softer aquarium lines do with the push fittings if you are depending on them to not leak. I have not tried this combination.
Just search for "push fittings" in the size you need some where like ebay or amazon.
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