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    Decided on a shower valve. Went with the Delta...

    Decided on a shower valve. Went with the Delta Innovation series. Figure these parts should get be all I need. Ordered the valves for now. At the pace this project is going, I won't need the finish...
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    No it's not inside the shower pan. It's framed...

    No it's not inside the shower pan. It's framed adjacent to the pan.
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    I guess I wasn't really clear on the size of the...

    I guess I wasn't really clear on the size of the shower. I have a 54x36 area to work with - 36x36 pan and 18x36 bench.

    I would have preferred to just go with a tub/shower but I was only able to...
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    The windows are new vinyl - I installed them as...

    The windows are new vinyl - I installed them as part of this remodel. It's a small bathroom and I'm trying to make the most of it. I thought the windows in the shower would be a nice touch. I'm...
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    Thanks for the link. I've been to Johnbridge.com...

    Thanks for the link. I've been to Johnbridge.com before but never realized how much info was there. I can see myself spending a little more time searching the forums.

    Not only will I have a bench,...
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    Shower Valve Recommendation

    Working my way towards plumbing the shower and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations on a valve and associated pieces.

    I have a 36x36 shower pan with an 18x36 bench. The whole thing will...
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    Heed the mention on gas piping. Pipe diameter...

    Heed the mention on gas piping. Pipe diameter doesn't indicate pressure. A typical 6" WC meter won't do the job unless the tankless is the only appliance you have using gas. I would have had to...
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    I actually considered calling you - but didn't. ...

    I actually considered calling you - but didn't.



    He got paid his hourly rate. The dispatcher was hesitant to send him out at first but I made it clear I expected to be charged.



    I...
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    Had a plumber out this afternoon. Younger guy who...

    Had a plumber out this afternoon. Younger guy who is in the process of studying for his journeymans license. Seemed knowledgeable on the codes and the local inspectors.

    He only identified three...
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    Thanks for the response - sorry if I came across...

    Thanks for the response - sorry if I came across a little annoyed. I realize answering my questions isn't you primary task in life.

    You actually could have elaborated a little less and I would...
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    So please, why don’t you elaborate on some of these suggestions you make. You suggested something, I asked for clarification. You do not respond until after I’ve re-done the work and you say it’s...
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    I believe you are correct. Sometimes I think we...

    I believe you are correct. Sometimes I think we (people using this forum) expect a little too much from the experts. But at some point, there is only so much you can say from looking at a picture. At...
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    I had two 90s - one long sweep and one not. Guess...

    I had two 90s - one long sweep and one not. Guess I should have taken the time to go get a second one. I'll replace it.



    I realized I used the wrong fitting when I was labeling the picture. I...
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    Nobody has any comments? Guess I'll move on.

    Nobody has any comments?

    Guess I'll move on.
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    Layout - Rev A Hopefully this is a little...

    Layout - Rev A

    Hopefully this is a little better. Rather than write a story, I'll let the pictures do the talking.

    Questions/Comments?

    Thanks for any input

    Tom
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    Thanks for the help - I think. Looks like I'll be...

    Thanks for the help - I think. Looks like I'll be re-working everything. But that's OK. I want it to be correct and I'm only looking at the price of materials and my time. I debated a long time over...
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    Played around with the pictures a little....

    Played around with the pictures a little. Hopefully this will give a little better idea what is going on.

    Tom
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    Yeah - I'll make it work. My new plan is to run...

    Yeah - I'll make it work. My new plan is to run the shower drain straight down the joist bay to the wall. From that point I'll bring the drain down and the vent up. According to my reading, I have up...
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    OK, off to do a little more research. The shower...

    OK, off to do a little more research. The shower was my concern. Looks like it has to be on it's own vent until it get six inches above the water line.



    By cross fitting, do you mean the...
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    Thanks for the quick reply. I've attached a...

    Thanks for the quick reply. I've attached a picture of the shower.

    I thought about going 4" for the vent, but didn't. I do have two 3" and will add a two inch later. I realize that doesn't make it...
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    DWV Layout

    Another homeowner doing a remodel and looking for advice. I've done the DWV for relocating the washer and adding a utility sink in the basement and a fresh layout for the bathroom.

    Everything is...
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