2 questions on the pvc pipe entering the sump

[TitansFan]

Ok, had to scrub off some of that nice purple primer off my hands to type. I am about to cut the pvc pipe piece that runs water into the sump.
1) How deep into the sump should the pipe's exit go? Does it matter?
2) I had thought to drill holes into the sides to allow more water to come out. Is this good or bad?

Thanks

 

[TitansFan]

Also if it matters... From the bulkhead I have a straight drop of 1.5 feet to the top of the first baffle no bends ect.

 

[theop]

It doesn't really matter. The lower you can place it, the less splashing and salt creep you'll have. However, putting the pipe lower can create back-pressure in your drain line and limit your flow rate.

I had mine about 4" under the water level with some side holes.

 

[TitansFan]

Thanks for the answer theop. By the way wow I love that devils hand it is doing great!
Ok done with that plumbing
Next question... I have a piece of spa flex to incorporate. Can I use the same pvc cement to attach to regular schedule 40.

 

[TitansFan]

Ok here is a laugh for you. Either I'm and idiot or the primer fumes are getting to me (I will hope for the second)... I just glued on half a union without the collar.

Welps back to home depot I go again tomorrow.

 

[boofer]

Spa flex is PVC, so the same glue works. If you end up putting glue/primer on the flex pipe and something doesnt work out, dont re-use the already primed/glued section on the flex. You need to cut that section off. Flex doesnt bond well when trying to re-use.