Identify and disassembling gas vent pipe
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Have you tried TWO strap wrenches? Depending on how long the vent sections have been in use, you might need another pair of hands to break them free…
Thanks for the reply
Yes, two people, two sturdy straps,
Cannot get any joint to budge.
Pipe looks good, no obvious corrosion
Stove was propane for 15 years and NG for last 12.
All fasteners removed
The slip joint section moves freely up and down
Yes, two people, two sturdy straps,
Cannot get any joint to budge.
Pipe looks good, no obvious corrosion
Stove was propane for 15 years and NG for last 12.
All fasteners removed
The slip joint section moves freely up and down
Looks like Simpson DuraVent DV pipe. RTV Silicone & screws were not required to assemble this vent. Not sure why you want to disassemble it, but it’s probably going to be more trouble than it’s worth.
I am disassembling because I am replacing the Lopi gas stove with a gas fireplace
The instructions for the vent says sealant is optional. The person that originally
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installed the stove opted for the sealant.
The instructions for the vent says sealant is optional. The person that originally
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