[cabbie442]

I have to replace an old cast closet flange, what is the easiest way to get the old one out?


Thanks,

Cabbie

[speedball1]

I have to replace an old cast closet flange, what is the easiest way to get the old one out?
thanks,
cabbie

The first thing would be to remove the lead and oakum caulked joint. To remove a poured lead and oakum joint take a 3/8" drill bit and drill a few holes down past the lead and into the oakum.. Push a screwdriver under the lead ring and lever it up. Once it's free you can began to peel the lead ring out. Now pick out the oakum and you can pull the joint apart. You may now lift out the cast iron flange. **OR** you could break out the flange and pull it out in pieces. If you do this, be very careful not to break the cast iron pipe.
If it were me I would drill the joint out. Less chance to crack the raiser that way. Good luck, Tom