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    When 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?
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    It'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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    What is the most important aspect of engineering?
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    Preparation. Nothing is more important than preparation. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.
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    Will cutting an iron pipe with a saw cause it to vibrate too much?
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    As 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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    What do I do if there isn't enough room to install a rubber flange?
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    You 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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