First time sweating copper

Fabricator · Jul 14, 2009

i cannot debate, either way, what is better. so, with all due respect, i will leave well enough alone. if i had never done this job, that would be in there, doing what it does. and seeing as how its code, right or wrong, its code.

illinois, ESPECIALLY C(R)OOK county, is a political shithole.

Fabricator · Jul 14, 2009

Ron
do you have any experience with a kerdi drain ?

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Seaofnames · Jul 14, 2009

SewerRatz said:
When I repiped my mothers home I made sure each fixture had air chambers. I think about once every 7 to 8 years I have to drain down the system to clear the air chambers of water. I think it is much easer to drain a system than have to reopen a wall to replace a failed mechanical arrestors.

I wouldnt put arrestors behind a wall. I dont think its code or not here, but it makes things a lot easier to have access to them(kind of like a junction box). Usually fast closing/opening fixtures have some kind of accessible area to them, so its kind of a moot point.

Putting arrestors behind a shower is excessive.

Jadnashua · Jul 14, 2009

SewerRatz said:
When I repiped my mothers home I made sure each fixture had air chambers. I think about once every 7 to 8 years I have to drain down the system to clear the air chambers of water. I think it is much easer to drain a system than have to reopen a wall to replace a failed mechanical arrestors.

I think you're fooling yourself...the pipes fill up with water much faster than once in 7-years.

SewerRatz · Jul 14, 2009

jadnashua said:
I think you're fooling yourself...the pipes fill up with water much faster than once in 7-years.

Nope not fooling myself one bit. Around 7 years she starts to get water hammer from her washing machine. I shut of the water to the house, drain down the system. Turn the water back on and all is good for another 7 years.

do you have any experience with a kerdi drain ?

Sorry I never had direct experience with them. I seen them installed on many shower systems I had to power rod the drains on. But please feel to ask any questions about them. If I do not know the answer, I can find a buddy that does.

SewerRatz · Jul 14, 2009

Fabricator said:
ok, guys. thanx for the additional tips.

the job is done. i had no real problems. and no leaks so far, still have to plug at the top and make sure the after valve doesn't leak. i ran it, works fine.

i did take the cartridges out. the coins are my lifes savings

those shocks are what was in there. had no problems with em.
i measured a lot. while i don't claim that it is perfect, i think it will be just fine.
why can't i use a red torch

i plumber friend i used to have, gave me the solder and flux. 12ish years ago.
its still nearly full.

this was actually pretty easy.

It looks good. Job well done. And thank you for posting pictures.

Enosez · Jul 15, 2009

Terry said:
I'm still trying to figure out what the coins are for.

The suspense is killing me

what were the coins for???????

Fabricator · Jul 15, 2009

SewerRatz said:
Nope not fooling myself one bit. Around 7 years she starts to get water hammer from her washing machine. I shut of the water to the house, drain down the system. Turn the water back on and all is good for another 7 years.

Sorry I never had direct experience with them. I seen them installed on many shower systems I had to power rod the drains on. But please feel to ask any questions about them. If I do not know the answer, I can find a buddy that does.

my place is 13 years old, and no water hammer. they they must be doing something.

the kirdi drain is pvc. and, as you know, i have CI pipe. at the top of this pipe, is a rubber seal. i think you guys call it a donut. i have to joint the drain with the donut. i have a piece of pvc that fits it tightly. i am wondering if there are any issues with this interaction ? i don't think so, but thought i would ask.

Fabricator · Jul 15, 2009

SewerRatz said:
It looks good. Job well done. And thank you for posting pictures.

thank you. and no problem. i hate when people don't follow up.

Fabricator · Jul 15, 2009

ya know what guys. i know your not drywall hangers. but perhaps you have some tips on getting the drywall holes for those 3 protrusions placed correctly ?

thanx

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