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    Jan 22, 2010, 06:43 PM
    Separatingcast iron drain pipe
    To separate cast iron elbows will a propane torch work to separate
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    Jan 22, 2010, 07:30 PM

    A torch will do it but you could also use a drill and about a 1/4 to 3/8 drill bit and drill several holes in the lead that is packed into the joint. Then use a large screw driver to stick into the hole and pty the lead out.
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