Review on 🔧 Reed Tool PPR150 Clean Ream Extreme: Aluminum Head with 3/8-Inch Hex Shaft, Ideal for 1-½-Inch Pipes by Daniel Elgee

I have been a professional landscaper and an expert in irrigation and irrigation repair since 1977. If you're wondering if this tool is suitable for removing a broken pipe from a fitting, I can attest that it works fantastic. Don't buy the cheap ones - I've used them all. Spend the extra money and buy this one. It is of very good quality and works great if you do it right. Here are some tips from a pro. Cut the pipe over the fitting. I use a cordless grinder with a metal blade. This works great and is quick. A hacksaw will also work - just carefully cut it off. The 3/8" shank is very tight or may not even fit some 3/8" drill bits. I attached it to my Dewalt 3/8" cordless drill but it's very tight. Use a 1/2" drill bit if you have one. My battery works great but I always have 2-3 charged batteries , as the process tends to take longer than a single battery can power.Avoid too much pressure when drilling the pipe and use a slow speed.Light pressure is best and take your time,hold the drill bit and try not to let it wobble. Attach it to your leg or boot when drilling. Lubricate the club with cold water! The drill will heat up and melt the plastic if not lubricated with water. Better to cut than melt. Use a cold bottle of drinking water and drizzle it regularly on the snaffle bit while you're cutting. It helps a lot and keeps it lubricated and cool and that's all that matters. Lift and remove the bit frequently while you're cutting, to keep it clean. Don't drill all the way! Leave about 1/8-3/16 in. flare down so the tube will stop when seated. This prevents pressurized water from penetrating between the pipe and fitting over time. Apply primer to pipe and fitting before applying adhesive. Use ONLY 711 GRAY thick film adhesive. This will fill in the gaps and be much stronger. It is best to wait 24 hours for the adhesive to fully set before sealing the line, but this is not necessary and you could unnecessarily risk blowing it out as a result. This tool is guaranteed for 1000 packs, but most of you will probably only use it once. I've been using these tools for years and they are a godsend. Even if you only use it once, it costs twice as much and saves you hours of hard work. I can highly recommend this remedy. Much luck!