Help plumbing an eshopps eclipse s

[fifnywinny]

I was hoping for someone with this overflow to help clear up an issue I'm having.

I'm trying to plan what piping I need, it says that it takes 1 inch pipe but measuring the interior diameter of the bulkhead it comes to about 3.4cm (1.34 inches). Would a 1 inch pipe work in this big of a hole? This is my first time hard plumbing anything so I'm trying to make sure I get it right first try.

Can someone please assure me if I'm being an idiot or not thank you.

 

[Peace River]

While the linked thread is not a directly reply, I think you will find that it answers your question and more:

eShopps Eclipse S Overflow Box Help + General sump question

Hello, Tank: 20 gallon Sump: 20 gallon Overflow: Eclipse S Overflow Box (600 gph). 1 inch slip main + 1 inch slip emergency. Return Pump: Vectra S2 - 1,400 gph My understanding is that the herbie plumbing method is the best here? Should I replace the emergency red pipe with something a lil...

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[Fabmic]

I’m having a hard time fitting a tube into the bulkhead that sticks out of the box. The internal diameter of the bulkhead is bigger than the pipe and there’s no way to seal it.
I have tried silicone, glue, tape, teflon, but nothing to to, it will leak.
The problem here is that the threads on the bulkhead do not fit with the standard pvc bulkheads I can buy here in Italy.
Am I missing anything…?