hmv4u
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Post by hmv4u on Jun 28, 2019 9:45:11 GMT
not sure how big the picture is below but while away I noticed all the toilet block radiators are plumbed with pushfit plastic onto chrome tails,thought this was a no no ? Attachment Deleted |
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Post by DIYDafty on Jun 28, 2019 12:41:01 GMT
I'm just a DIYer so I hope you get a proper answer soon but I thought you could if you removed the chrome where it goes into the fitting.
Seeing this though makes me glad I use copper everywhere though.
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Post by woodbine66 on Jun 28, 2019 13:15:16 GMT
hmv4u>>>>>> The chrome is only a thin plate on the copper. Easy to remove/roughen with something abrasive or a file. Just don't go too mental with the file, you want to keep the end of the pipe circular without flat spots or the grab rings or o-ring in the push fit may not grip properly.
That looks a real quality job. Why did they go to the trouble of using chrome pipe, then attach it to wavy bits of plastic pipe?
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Post by tomplum on Jun 28, 2019 16:12:11 GMT
another way is to put a groove in the chrome with your pipe cutter,
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Post by hmv4u on Jun 28, 2019 16:21:28 GMT
thank you gents for the replies,so the chrome stops the teeth on the push-fit digging in and relies on the o ring to provide grip ,the toilets are wooden huts and have been up 3 years so perhaps the plastic pipe is better against the cold ? perhaps there is a groove or I presume as long as the pipe is supported and the pressure not to great,the friction must keep the pipe on ?
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