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Today, 10:14 AM

Terry replied to a thread ABS or Sched. 40 PVC? in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

If you switch to PVC, then use a shield coupling between the two materials. I would not glue them.

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Today, 10:12 AM

Terry replied to a thread Old Leak Under Tub, Mold Issues in Shower & bathtub Forum & Blog

Normally you would have a vent between the p-trap and where it enters a waste line for other fixtures to prevent siphoning of the p-trap. Also, the...

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Yesterday, 08:09 PM

Terry replied to a thread Replacing back flow; suspended toilet in Toilet Forum discussions

Gerber also makes a wall hung toilet. We do a lot of Glenwall installs too.

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Yesterday, 08:08 PM

Terry replied to a thread How to make sure shower arm is not leaking inside of wall in Shower & bathtub Forum & Blog

I have never looked into a wall to see if a shower arm was leaking. Either put tape on the threads, or pipe dope, thread the head onto the arm by...

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06-17-2013, 10:39 PM

Terry replied to a thread Neorest 500 and Rough-in Question in Toilet Forum discussions

With 11.5" to the wall you're fine with either the 500 or the Vespin II with their standard 12" kits.

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06-17-2013, 08:15 PM

Terry replied to a thread Neorest 500 and Rough-in Question in Toilet Forum discussions

I've installed the Neorest 500 at 11.5" from the back wall. Are you measuring the wall? Or the floor mold? You can also fudge the adaper...

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06-17-2013, 06:57 PM

Terry replied to a thread Toilet rough in questions in Toilet Forum discussions

That works with the 2" veritcal pipe on the vent.

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06-17-2013, 04:42 PM

Terry replied to a thread Need advice fixing the unfinished. in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

It's just a matter of picking up a roof flashing, and putting the holes in the right location to drop a pipe through. It's not a lot in parts. In...

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06-17-2013, 03:53 PM

Terry replied to a thread 3 Handle Shower diverter no longer working correctly in Shower & bathtub Forum & Blog

It drives the plumbing inspectors nuts that Home Depot sells product that doesn't meet plumbing codes. You may need to contact Glacier Bay for...

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06-17-2013, 03:25 PM

Terry replied to a thread A couple newbie install quesions in Toilet Forum discussions

I quit shipping toilets ten years ago for that reason. 20% of the shipments were broken in some way. Good luck. You could be in the 80% on...

4 replies | 79 view(s)

06-17-2013, 01:45 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread A couple newbie install quesions in Toilet Forum discussions

As you have learned, on-line purchases are a bit chancy. Toto toilets rarely have a defect when they leave the factory. All that aside, on-line...

4 replies | 79 view(s)

06-17-2013, 01:38 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread dripping in the fire sprinkler system in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

You don't seem to grasp the advice we've given you. This is not a DIY job. The device is a little different from those used in irrigation systems...

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06-16-2013, 09:10 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread dripping in the fire sprinkler system in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

I know nothing about fire suppression plumbing, but that fixture in question certainly resembles a back flow prevention device. If it is, it not DIY...

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06-16-2013, 05:45 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread New toliet too big for bathroom in Toilet Forum discussions

HJ was right when he stated that comfort height almost meant elongated bowl. The keyword is almost. The Toto Promenades are a rare exception. ...

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06-16-2013, 05:39 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread Extra height toilet seat in Toilet Forum discussions

That does clarify the situation somewhat. I'm only 5'8" tall, but I feel the same way when I have to use a standard height toilet. It's like taking...

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06-16-2013, 12:24 PM

Terry replied to a thread New toliet too big for bathroom in Toilet Forum discussions

Some people perch at the end of an elongated bowl, rather than sitting back. The sitting position between round and elongated should be the same....

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06-16-2013, 09:58 AM

Terry replied to a thread Does this drain mockup photo look ok for an upstairs bath? in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

If the 3" line is used as a vent for the downstairs bath, then no waste can be put down it. You must determine if that is "really" a future waste...

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06-15-2013, 10:58 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread Irritrol 2700 anti-siphon cover issue in Irrigation / Sprinkler Forum

I have never seen these valves, here we use a single double check valve for the entire system. In a quick reading of the description of these...

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06-15-2013, 01:06 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread Extra height toilet seat in Toilet Forum discussions

You don't mention if you have an ADA height toilet or a standard height. The ADA measures 16-1/2" from the floor to top of bowl. The standard...

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06-15-2013, 12:45 PM

Terry replied to a thread New toliet too big for bathroom in Toilet Forum discussions

If size was going to be an issue, then that should have been discussed before the purchase. That water has already passed over the dam. And if you...

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06-15-2013, 10:28 AM

Terry replied to a thread Is this shower drain to code? in Plumbing Code Questions

Right. No inspector would allow a washer in any wet vent situation. That washer would suck the trap so fast it wouldn't be funny.

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06-15-2013, 10:27 AM

Terry replied to a thread Special Happy Fathers Day for Terry in Terry's Corner

Thanks Don. I'm hoping that this is a good weekend for all the fathers out there. Being one sure changed my life. I remember seeing my first...

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06-15-2013, 10:15 AM

Terry replied to a thread Backflow device for bidet. in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

That Kohler faucet has a vacuum breaker on it. 2

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06-15-2013, 09:08 AM

Terry replied to a thread Seattle area: cast iron tub repair in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

You may get by with a decorative support elsewhere under the tub to take the weight off. Like hj mentions, there is no welding of cast. It's kind...

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06-14-2013, 04:53 PM

Terry replied to a thread Pf/2 Eljier model 150-403 in Toilet Forum discussions

Here is a part for the PF/2 http://www.fdsupply.com/item/pf2302/

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06-14-2013, 04:11 PM

Terry replied to a thread Backflow device for bidet. in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

I've seen two typs of faucets for the stand alone bidets. Does this one outlet below the rim then? The second style has a faucet that is on the top,...

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06-14-2013, 12:39 PM

Terry replied to a thread Main Line Back Up & Toilet Seal in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

2nd floor? You need to pull the bowl and reset with new wax. It has nothing to do with the main line for the second floor. Sewage would be...

5 replies | 113 view(s)

06-14-2013, 12:35 PM

Terry replied to a thread Tank rocking: can it be tightened safely? in Toilet Forum discussions

Normally the tank bolts come with four washers and four nuts, plus the two rubber washers for inside the tank. We bolt the bolts to the tank first,...

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06-14-2013, 12:31 PM

Terry replied to a thread Need advice fixing the unfinished. in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Like Tom said. A good Studor Vent and shutoffs for the PEX and you up and running. Not being on site, anything else is just a guess.

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06-13-2013, 02:08 PM

Gary Swart replied to a thread Toilet Choices? in Toilet Forum discussions

I think many folks are under the impression that installing a toilet is very complicated and therefore beyond their ability. This really isn't true....

10 replies | 303 view(s)

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