Re: re-packing an abs to cast iron connection

Posted by e-plumber on April 07, 2004 at 15:37:22:
In response to Re: re-packing an abs to cast iron connection
: I'm replacing a 16" cast iron riser to a toilet with abs. I'm told it's OK to use okum with mortar in the old cast iron hub. : What is the proper amount of okum to pack onto the joint before I seal it with the mortar? I'm guessing I should leave about 3/4" space above the okum for the mortar. Is this right? Reply: Three quarters of an inch should be fine but I would use lead wool instead of mortar. That's what an plumbing inspector would require if a lead joint could not be poured. e-plumber

Posted by e-plumber on April 07, 2004 at 15:37:22:

In response to Re: re-packing an abs to cast iron connection

: I'm replacing a 16" cast iron riser to a toilet with abs. I'm told it's OK to use okum with mortar in the old cast iron hub.

: What is the proper amount of okum to pack onto the joint before I seal it with the mortar? I'm guessing I should leave about 3/4" space above the okum for the mortar. Is this right?

Reply:
Three quarters of an inch should be fine but I would use lead wool instead of mortar. That's what an plumbing inspector would require if a lead joint could not be poured.
e-plumber

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Re: re-packing an abs to cast iron connection Chris Oxford 15:57:26 04/07/04(0)