Recent content by lza206

HJ, What you're saying is that modern CI hub and spigot pipe would be great for a compression type gasket, but old hub and spigot may have too much variation in the diameter of the hub. So if I was to replace the lead bend, I'm guessing I should use the tightest fitting compression gasket I...

Thanks Kreemoweet. I did stick an inspection mirror down into the bend and it seems to be in good condition. Mostly I worry about the lead and oakum joint leaking in the future. Terry: Thanks for the tips. If I end up tearing it out, I'll make sure I pick up one of each brand of seal at the...

Hi, I just closed on a 1956 house a few weeks ago, and I'm in the process of remodeling the bathroom. I removed a portion of the old CI and galv waste lines, and I'm replacing with PVC. The old lead closet bend and flange doesn't seem to be leaking at the hub joint and the flange seems to...