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I want to install a new natural gas line in my backyard to supply a new, built-in fire pit.

I'm located in Huntington Bach, CA.

I currently have a BBQ island with a gas supply line from the...

Bought a replacement capacitor for $15 and solved the problem.

What's involved with replacing the motor? It looks like this one would have to come out through the side. I didn't see an access from the top of the unit.

I just tested again to see if the capacitor could be at fault. I was able to get the blower motor started if I spun it by hand. When I did that (after the draft inducer started, burners ignited and...

For reference, I am located in Orange County, CA.

How difficult would it be to change the blower motor myself? I am very comfortable with automotive repairs but have yet to repair any HVAC...

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I received some great help here before with my plumbing so I'm back to solve a furnace problem. Thanks for looking.

Unit Information:
Rheem RGPH-05NAUER
Serial # FD5D302F310005868...

Hi,

I received some great help here before with my plumbing so I'm back to solve a furnace problem. Thanks for looking.

Unit Information:
Rheem RGPH-05NAUER
Serial # FD5D302F310005868...

Background on the house: 1960 built single story tract home in Southern California. 5/12 roof pitch. Updated to 200 amp panel and all new copper wire in 2003. Service drop through roof into...

Many thanks to Milo Dolezal for the invaluable advice.

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4" clay wye with bell cut off, 4" clay to 4" ABS flexible coupling, 4" ABS 45 degree street/spigot elbow.
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Found it! Right where my neighbor said it would be... 4 feet down directly perpendicular to the 4" vent pipe on the roof.
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Update on my first major plumbing project: SUCCESS!

I followed Milo's advice to cut off the bell of the clay wye so I could use a hubless flexible coupling from the clay wye to the ABS pipe. ...

Thanks for the blockage info, Milo.

I love my orange coveralls. They were a gift from my wife about 3 years ago. They have been used countless times and I'll continue to use them for years to...

Will do. Thanks again Milo.

We just moved here in September 2009 and this is the first time we've had any plumbing concerns. Removing a toilet is no problem if it means making this job much more simple.

Got my supplies: 10' ABS pipe, 4"-4" clay-ABS coupler, 4" ABS 45 deg street fitting, 4" female coupling, 4" cleanout cap, and ABS cement.

I had a plumber come by to estimate and he recommended a...

I will be sure to use water to control the cutting dust and wear goggles and a mask.

I called a couple plumbers for estimates and they quoted $100-150 parts and labor. I will go to Home Depot...

Milo,
Thanks for the local advice! I have a 4" angle grinder with a concrete/masonry blade that should cut the clay hub. Just to clarify, I am removing the flared part of the clay hub so I can...

Thank you, Speedball1! I will be on the lookout for the Duel-Tite donut when I go out for supplies. I didn't even know that part existed. Your solution seems more simple than mine. I will let you...

I would like to install a cleanout for my main drain line from my house to the city sewer system. There is no existing cleanout access for the main sewer drain line.

House details: Huntington...