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Separating household steam pipes without damaging pipes
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Bill Reymann
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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.
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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...0 -
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!0 -
ex. cplg.
leave nipple in place & extend w/ extension coupling or call a plumber0
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