BeautyFish
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My simple "retile the powder room" project has turned into something a lot bigger than I first imagined. It turns out that I'm going to have to replace the subfloor, so while I'm at it I'd like to look at the possibility of replacing the lead drain pipe that runs from the large CI pipe to the sink. The joint where the lead meets the CI appears to be threaded, but I'm not cutting or touching anything until I hear from some experts. Since I'm going from a vanity sink to a pedestal, I may have to relocate the drain pipe anyway.
On the other hand, since there is so much else involved, I'm looking for the easiest solution. I was told by our township code officer that as long as the toilet and sink are being installed where the old ones were and no structural walls or members are being moved, no permit is necessary.
My question is: How do I marry PVC to the threaded joint in the cast iron? I've thought about just cutting the lead with a few inches to spare and using one of those clamping assemblies to go from one to the other, but I'm concerned about the strength of the soft lead. Anyway, I'd prefer to do it right if I can and not too much pain is involved.
Anyway, I appreciate any help anyone can give. I'm a handy guy and have experience with carpentry and electrical, but this is definitely new territory. Thanks a bunch.
Jim
On the other hand, since there is so much else involved, I'm looking for the easiest solution. I was told by our township code officer that as long as the toilet and sink are being installed where the old ones were and no structural walls or members are being moved, no permit is necessary.
My question is: How do I marry PVC to the threaded joint in the cast iron? I've thought about just cutting the lead with a few inches to spare and using one of those clamping assemblies to go from one to the other, but I'm concerned about the strength of the soft lead. Anyway, I'd prefer to do it right if I can and not too much pain is involved.
Anyway, I appreciate any help anyone can give. I'm a handy guy and have experience with carpentry and electrical, but this is definitely new territory. Thanks a bunch.
Jim