Overflow ?

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  1. BrianJ

    BrianJ Peppermint Shrimp

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    Is it safe for me to use 1" pvc for the overflow and 3/4 for the return. Going to use a mag drive 9.5 return pump.
     
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  3. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    Yes, they can be different sized pipes.
     
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    wfb2270 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    just keep in mind that your overall over flow should be rated higher then your return, so all other things equal 1in is rated higher then 3/4 inch.
     
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    BrianJ Peppermint Shrimp

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    devlzluv Ritteri Anemone

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    I would prolly do the 1 inch pipe and then enlarge it to 1 1/2 inchs that way you can get away with the toilet flushing sound of a 1 inch pipe