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Separating household steam pipes without damaging pipes

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Bill Reymann
Bill Reymann Member Posts: 5
in THE MAIN WALL
I need to separate one 1 1/2" steam pipe that has been in place for 80Yrs. I am afraid of using a torch because of location of joist. I stated valves in a earlier post but this is my real problem.
Thanks

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  • Big Ed_3
    Big Ed_3 Member Posts: 170
    Cast Fittingd

    Check the fittings at the end of the pipe..It should be cast iron fittings which you can crack with two lug hammers...Cast fittings are made with a thick lip at the end...
  • Mike T., Swampeast MO
    Mike T., Swampeast MO Member Posts: 6,928


    Spray GENEROUSLY and REPEATEDLY with "cheap" silicon lubricant--it should list "petroleum distillate" as the FIRST ingredient. Douse every hour or two for a day or so.

    Then use TWO WRENCHES!
  • bob young
    bob young Member Posts: 2,177
    ex. cplg.

    leave nipple in place & extend w/ extension coupling or call a plumber
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