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QuestionWhen cutting an existing cast iron vertical sewer pipe in an older home, do I need tie off the pipe going up, or will it stay up on its own?Community AnswerIt's going to depend on whether or not the old pipe is secured already. In many older homes, cast iron wasn't secured to anything, in which case you will want to double wrap rope around pipe and secure above the area you are cutting.
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QuestionWhat is the most important aspect of engineering?Community AnswerPreparation. Nothing is more important than preparation. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.
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QuestionWill cutting an iron pipe with a saw cause it to vibrate too much?Community AnswerAs long as you apply the proper amount of pressure while cutting, along with a possible brace depending on the pipe location, you should be fine.
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QuestionWhat do I do if there isn't enough room to install a rubber flange?Community AnswerYou will need to cut the pipe that you are splicing a little bit shorter so that your "no-hub" will fit properly.
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