11-12-2011, 09:06 PM
Helpful film:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFtFfXRoVoo
Consensus per poking around various contractor and plumbing forums seems to be that Shark Bites can work well but for anything long term soldering is desired. Considering the pipe you want to access is exposed I'd probably go with a Shark Bite since it can be easily monitored and replaced if necessary.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFtFfXRoVoo
Consensus per poking around various contractor and plumbing forums seems to be that Shark Bites can work well but for anything long term soldering is desired. Considering the pipe you want to access is exposed I'd probably go with a Shark Bite since it can be easily monitored and replaced if necessary.