TSPORT
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I am in the process of replacing the "S" trap for a lavatory sink ( 1.25" d) but have hit a snag. Where the chrome down-pipe goes into the floor, I thought there would be a nut (compression type) connecting it to the larger drain pipe below the floor. Someone had installed vinyl sheet flooring over the connection. After I got down where I needed to be, I am finding that there is not a nut but rather the sub-floor drain is flared over and the "S" pipe is just slipped inside it. It appears that the connection is soldered together but it could be something else (lead?). Can anyone clarify if this is a proper connection and what is the best way install the new trap into the drain?. Should I just heat w/ a torch to remove old and resolder the new trap in or is there a better way? Also, if resoldering is the way to go, will solder stick to the new chromed pipe or to I need to remove the chrome finish in that area. Thanks..........Steve