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Asbestos, Alkathene. Why does trouble begin with A
May 25th, 2004, 12:51pm
 
Any help with these A's greatly appreciated.

Firstly, I need to reposition my internal stop-cock and pipe. The mains pipe is black alkathene (20mm). I've been told its difficult to get a connector to a 15mm pipe. Is this correct?

Secondly, I want to install a new toilet. Apparently my soil pipe is made of blue asbestos Shocked . Should I be looking to replace the pipe or can I again get some kind of connectors?

In both cases the fittings are the originals so they are approx 50 years old.

Thanks for any help you can give.
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Re: Asbestos, Alkathene. Why does trouble begin wi
Reply #1 - May 25th, 2004, 5:41pm
 
First question is easy.

"Philmac" make a range of poly fittings, you will need to identify the pipe as marked along it's length, Will be Class C or D, in 1/2" or 3/4" internal bore, just buy the inserts for your type, the other end you can get copper adaptors.

Asbestos pipe is dangerous stuff so be careful, a Muliwik will fit it.

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My name does not begin with A?

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It does if you have a speech impediment.
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