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you said the replacements were the same brand,...

you said the replacements were the same brand, but are they really? they could be inferior units made by danco or such. what company produced these items? go to a real plumbing supply house to get...
03-22-08, 06:31 AM
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check the irrigation control valves. the...

check the irrigation control valves. the question is, what is making the water surge to create reasonance in the meter? when they cycle on can you feel the valve flapping or moving? is it worse with...
03-22-08, 06:25 AM
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there can be debris lodged at the angle stops...

there can be debris lodged at the angle stops also. you can install a boost pump but this seems rather extreme. it coild be bad faucet design. do a flow test and campare with other outlets to see.
03-22-08, 06:21 AM
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you can purchase an expansion tank at any good...

you can purchase an expansion tank at any good supply company. we always install one with a tankless on a re-circ system. all one needs is a tee and a mounting location.
03-22-08, 06:15 AM
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Posted By tooljims

if your going away for less than three weeks and...

if your going away for less than three weeks and the hot water loop is closed AND you are NOT in a freeze zone just shut off the main water and turn the water heater regulator to pilot.
03-22-08, 06:08 AM
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Posted By tooljims

these soldered in tailpieces can be a problem. a...

these soldered in tailpieces can be a problem. a short term fix is j.b. weld then a rubber coupling but it will eventually fail. sadly there is but one permanent fix, open up the wall and install a...
03-22-08, 05:59 AM
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Posted By tooljims

sounds like a fiberglass pan. if it is you can...

sounds like a fiberglass pan. if it is you can use the expanding rubber joint to facilitate later repair or glue it. NEVER leave a shouldn't leak issue with plumbing.
03-22-08, 05:53 AM
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Posted By tooljims

yes there is a system that we use to expand your...

yes there is a system that we use to expand your existing line and sleeve it but you would need to call a plumber. it is not neccasary to follow your existing line location as long as you follow the...
01-28-07, 07:13 AM
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Posted By tooljims

do you have a access panel on the back side of...

do you have a access panel on the back side of the tub? use a mirror and a flash light to look up the wall and see whats going on. it would be really rare for a (repairable) leak to occur behind...
01-28-07, 07:04 AM
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Posted By tooljims

i don't see any problem with that as long as it...

i don't see any problem with that as long as it does not interfere with the servicing of the pump.
01-28-07, 07:02 AM
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these are always challenging. no, there is not a...

these are always challenging. no, there is not a specific tool. hook it, grab it, pull it. this is why i have an 11 foot utility truck but still never seem to have the right tool. you might be...
01-28-07, 06:56 AM
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Posted By tooljims

fire

you don't. a no hub or or rubber coupling is the only "approved" connection to transition from cast iron to another type of pipe. there is a reason for this. i have at times been able to crack off...
01-28-07, 06:47 AM
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traps and vents

i would install a 4x4x2 san tee in the drop on the left for the washer. the bottom of the washer trap should be 6 to 12" from the floor with a min. 40" riser. then hook the wash tub up to the drain...
01-28-07, 06:31 AM
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Posted By tooljims

ground joint unions

why not just use a standard threaded coupling instead? unions are generally used to join two existing pipe runs together. one could also use a l/r threaded coupling with a l/r nipple.
12-28-06, 05:52 PM
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Posted By tooljims

is it just one fixture or all of them that have...

is it just one fixture or all of them that have low flow? was it always this way? did it develop over time. what happens when you remove the airator and restrictors?
12-28-06, 05:31 PM
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Posted By tooljims

traps,

there is also a maximum length of water drop to the shower drain (12" max in ca.) to prevent self siphoning. put a small radio speaker down on the roof vent and go listen to the traps, is the music...
12-28-06, 05:22 PM
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Posted By tooljims

sewer ejection pump

they generally don't grind the effluent particles too small. it is less of a concern than the disposal.
12-28-06, 05:19 PM
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Posted By tooljims

i was more referring to the soil cover on the...

i was more referring to the soil cover on the other side of the wall such as walkways and patios. if you generally know the direction just follow the pipe. i assume the septic is working okay and...
12-28-06, 05:10 PM
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Posted By tooljims

temp. issues

you don't indicate if this valve was always like this or got that way over time. if the valve is newer i would bet its debris in the temp/balance valve or its just plain stuck. contact the specific...
12-28-06, 06:06 AM
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Posted By tooljims

floor drain venting

you are getting closer to the idea, my concern is the venting of the floor drain. are the stud bays open? can you see a vent? i would see you hate to go through this and get vaccum locked. you may...
12-28-06, 06:01 AM
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Posted By tooljims

pex upsize

you seem to have a pretty good grasp on the issues. but if you have good copper why are you changing it?
shower valves: unless you are putting in a high volume device (like a rain head) 1/2 is...
12-28-06, 05:45 AM
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Posted By tooljims

follow the water........ 8' away from the...

follow the water........ 8' away from the kitchen? hmmmm. another line perhaps? it doesn't really matter, follow the water............... and if at all possible don't crack the concrete until you...
12-28-06, 05:41 AM
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Posted By tooljims

vessel and wind

as has been mentioned by removing the internal vent it has slowed or stopped the drain process. the pop ups are a little better but still slow things down. i have had complaints about every one...
12-28-06, 05:35 AM
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Posted By tooljims

wiping

yes, to all the above.
12-28-06, 05:29 AM
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Posted By tooljims

hydraulic surge....

although you don't provide a dimension from the wet vent/soil stack to the lower w/c drop in, it appears to be within 30". it needs to be at least 30" (3 in. pipe X 10) to prevent hydralic surge. ...
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