PVC Socket Saver Really Work?

[bob22]

I've two $30 Pentair pool valves that I'd like to reuse if possible.
I've used a 1.5" Jones Stephens Corp Socket Saver:
http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/1000/94/9455ff40-fd62-40a1-bd66-2bc8461b4314_1000.jpg

to ream out the sockets of the valve.

The thing works pretty well but when I put a piece of PVC tubing into the sockets you can tell the clearances are not as tight as when fresh from the store.

My question: Anyone have experience with using this tool and if the joints are leakfree after proper glueing? These joints are under some pressure from the pump (< 25 psi) so they can't be leaky.

 

[miatawnt2b]

Unnecessary. All you need is a heat gun, flat screwdriver and needle nose pliers. YouTube reuse pvc fittings.

 

[doublewide6]

I own that tool and it works very well. You will notice a looser fit than brand new, but with glue it seals up good as new. If you can remove the old fitting with heat you should have an even better fit.

 

[bob22]

Thank you both.