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OT: snake for fully glazed trapways
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bob young
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general makes the best. we prefer the drop-head style
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stubborn commodes
Need a decent toilet auger that won't scratch up toilets with fully-glazed trapways.
Any suggestions of one brand over another?
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Interesting question...
The glazing is pretty hard (glass) but of course it can scratch over time...
Maybe a change of diet?
Most quality WC's have fully glazed trapways, but if a plunger or hydraulic ram cannot release a clog, might it be deeper down than the siphon?
I suppose if you had to punt, some vinyl or surgical rubber tubing might give some protection in a pinch but I always think it is the metal corrugations (against metal pipe mind you) that makes a snake effective.0 -
Hydraulic Ram
I'd be careful with that thing if I was you. It will blow the wax ring out at the least, and cover you with who-knows-what in the process.0 -
general thanks
Thanks for the thoughts. Will take a look at the General. Looks similar to the Ridgid.
Brad, the immediate problem is anthropogenic in origin, but not digestive in nature, so recommending a dietary change won't help. 'nuff said.0
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