Tubing Condition and Advice for Installations Taken Down After the Season
2 Questions:
Part 1: My tubing system is taken down at the end of the season. Normally, I rinse and sanitize the lines, then re-roll and store everything for the next year. Last year I was in disposed for several months after the season, so this did not happen. Late last year I when I checked my lines I noticed there was a huge amount of black slime in the lines. Are the lines OK to use after this? I'm leaning towards replacing it all (2,000-2,500ft of 3/16) because the lines are visible to anyone wandering by, and I don't want to give the impression that my collection/processing is not sanitary. Also, some of my older Leader tubing is prone the pull part at the fittings, and this always happens at the most inaccessible sections of the line, so I am about ready to replace that 1,000ft or so anyway. Most of the drops are on their second or third season, so also ready to be replaced this year or next.
Part B: Since this is a take down system, I need an easier way to hang the lines instead of wrapping the tree. This method is a nightmare to take down, particularly if I am not the one doing it. I have some ideas for tying off the lines to each tree with paracord, but curious what method others may use or recommend.
Gary / Zena Crossroads / 42˚ 00' 24" N / Hobby in Early '70s, Addiction since 2014
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