Jinmalibu
New Member
I am installing a new sink and vanity in a bathroom. The house was built in 1965 and the original sink is being replaced. The drain pipe sticking out of the wall is corroded to the point the pipe is disintegrating and the threaded end of the pipe is breaking off. See photos. I tried to unscrew the pipe to no avail. One thread here mentioned there may be a nut that had to be loosened inside the wall. Not the case. It is screwed directly into a 90 degree elbow inside the wall.
Any ideas how to get the pipe loose? The pipe wrench I was using is substandard and I tried channel locks as well.
Also, when I do replace the pipe, do I need to use any type of sealant on the threads?
Any ideas how to get the pipe loose? The pipe wrench I was using is substandard and I tried channel locks as well.
Also, when I do replace the pipe, do I need to use any type of sealant on the threads?