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DenLab
Jun 17, 2010, 06:13 PM
I recently noticed that the 4" brass cleanout plug is leaking. It is barely threaded in 1/8" because of galled & crossed threads. Is there someway to fix this. A 4" pipe tap is pretty expensive

hkstroud
Jun 17, 2010, 06:18 PM
Brass is softer than cast iron so it should be the plug that is damaged not the pipe hub. Replace, you can even use a PVC plug.

ballengerb1
Jun 17, 2010, 07:10 PM
Agreed, I'd go with PVC and even coat the threads with compound or teflon. Cast thraeds can be rough and pitted.

Milo Dolezal
Jun 17, 2010, 07:18 PM
Agree with Experts above... Also, take skinny flat screwdriver and clean rust from inside of threads before you install new plug.

speedball1
Jun 18, 2010, 07:49 AM
I recently noticed that the 4" brass cleanout plug is leaking. It is barely threaded in 1/8" because of galled & crossed threads. Is there someway to fix this. A 4" pipe tap is pretty expensive
Take a wire brush and clean up the threads, Wrap a few turns of Teflon Tape around the replacement cover and start the threads correctly. Tighten until you feel the cover's seated firmly. Good luck, Tom