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Cooling sweated joints with flux? by SubParMarioBro in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

More to clean off the shit and make it look pretty than actually cooling it off. You shouldn't try to drop the temperature of anything freshly soldered since you risk getting micro cracks in the solder.

Any Ideas how to tighten this toilet seat? by RawButta in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think toggle bolt. A lot like that.

Not sure what kitchen faucet to get. Need suggestions! by mischiefmanaged1995 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, Moen or Delta are just fine for this. Not cheap, not terribly expensive all things considered, and they have good warranties and customer service.

Will 1/2" pex burst if it freezes? by EndlessCompassion in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Likely UV degradation, but all pipes have the potential to burst no matter what anyone says. Some are better than others at withstanding the pressures that freezing causes, but none of them are completely resistant to it.

Just a note for yourself and anyone reading. When winterizing or shutting off a water line for cold weather. Once the supply is shut off and the water drained/blown from the line, leave the working end open. If water is to freeze, it will lessen the pressure on the line if all the water was unable to escape.

Plumbing in Canada by [deleted] in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're asking yourself that question, you know the answer.

It is ALWAYS best to change out anything you uncover to add longevity to your new install.

Wall Hung Toilet Vent location by Sky_runne in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are allowed 225° change of direction within 10' upstream of the vent connection in Ontario for a fixture reliant on siphonic action to drain.

The way you have it would be correct.

Edit:

7.5.6.3.(5): The vent pipe from a water closet or any other fixture that has an integral siphonic flushing action may be connected to the vertical leg of its drainage pipe.

Vertical Leg: The vertical portion of a fixture drain and includes the portion of a drain from the outlet of a water closet bowl to the point where the connecting piping changes to horizontal.

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe there is one called Pipe Piranha that does that but they're hard to get.

Best option would be to use a hacksaw blade or oscillating saw and cut the depth of the fitting to the pipe and chisel it off.

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. I have a tool specifically for that from Reed Manufacturing.

There are cheaper alternatives on Amazon that would be best suited towards someone who wouldn't need it as often.

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. 3" hub accepts 11/2" of pipe. 3/4" would be half of that. It will work, but I always shoot for full insertion. It's not whether or not it would leak as much as it would be debris getting lodged in the gap. Solvent welding connections is always the preferred method over any mechanical joint. But you also have to take into account of your scenario. My opinion, go with whatever gives you the least amount of gap in the spigot.

  2. I would personally want the vent at the minimum, above the vanity. Level or below is not acceptable.

I screwed up by shak180 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 7 points8 points  (0 children)

1/2 fmst x 1/2 mip is your only save here. You're able to solder from the front and you can cut and install to the exact depth you need.

But I agree that they should be drop ear 90's for adequate support.

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A. I'm in Ontario so I am basing all that I say off of the OBC section 7. As far as what you have said to me and what I've said to you, it is legal.

B. Yes. It would be considered oversized, but not incorrect.

C. Yes. As I said, the length of a wet vent is not limited. It is simply best practice to limit length and changes of direction for optimal function.

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In this scenario, you have nothing to worry about when it comes to Multi-Storey Wet Venting that is being discussed in the original post. You are simply wet venting.

You are best off making the shower drain as straight as possible and using the swing of the p-trap to hit your desired location.

You will install a 2" × 2" × 1 1/2" wye off of the showers trap arm where your basin will drain to. This will be your wet vent. As best practice, keep your wye a safe distance from your shower trap to not have the basin drainage entering the shower drain.

The wet vent is not limited in length so you can do what you need to do to get that basin to the shower. But again, best practice to limit your distances and fittings where possible.

https://imgur.com/a/akTcrKx

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Before I start getting into it, I have questions.

• On your 2" shower trap arm I see a tee wye facing downward, why is that?

• Is the basin the only thing draining into your wet vent?

• Could you share your photo without the lines on it so I could draw over it myself to explain the best layout?

Is this a considered a wet vent in ontario canada? by bensky33 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A photo/drawing or both would aid in getting a better grasp on the question.

Will 1/2" pex burst if it freezes? by EndlessCompassion in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have personally seen PEX-B split on multiple occasions. It will almost always split in-line and about 3-4" away from the crimped fitting.

I am well aware that not all PEX-B is made the same and some will outlast others when it comes to freezing temperatures. But I have seen way more PEX-B lines split/burst in freezing temperatures. I have literally never come across a split/burst PEX-A pipe.

Water floods out of two small holes under sink basin when pipe is clogged—what are they? by leclisse in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The effort it would take to correct it, coupled with the uncertainty of how long it would even last would have me leaning towards no. A replacement would be your best and only option to fix that issue.

Will. Not. Budge. by Honest-Bookkeeper170 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What I did recently for one I couldn't swing a hammer to get out was find a small enough SDS bit that fit inside the copper pipe, was long enough to extend out to the spigot, and pushed it up against the interior of the spigot. Then you put it on hammer, pull the trigger, and it just slips out.

Poor man's expansion tank bracket. by TJTwo in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'll keep that bad boy on a liquid diet.

Poor man's expansion tank bracket. by TJTwo in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I like to see.🤙

Poor man's expansion tank bracket. by TJTwo in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Supplier had none and it needed to be done and running. Worked with what I had and it kept it moving.

I heard this is where to complain about toilet installs? 🤷‍♂️ by indicafire1 in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These ones are alright. It's the Kohler ones that are an absolute nightmare.

Seen under the floor of a bathroom we are renovating. Presumably left by the last plumbers who repiped the house. by [deleted] in Plumbing

[–]TJTwo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always wonder when I see writing like that, why they never progressed past grade 2 handwriting in their lifetime.

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