TIP: How to Disconnect Fused/Stuck Plastic Waterlines from Jet Pump

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After removing the jet pump, I had a lot of trouble pulling the two waterlines off. It seemed like the old plastic had somehow chemically fused, or welded, themselves together.The concern was that if I put too much force on the hose, I might crack the pipes they were attached to. This was my solution.

Shoved a super-small jeweler's screwdriver in between the clear plastic line and the black plastic pipe, as shown in the picture. Then a small spritz of WD-40 (or similar) into the gap made by the jeweler's screwdriver, and that bit of lubrication loosened up the clear plastic tubing for easy removal. Hope this helps someone else.
 

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