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    Jun 2, 2007, 12:13 PM
    Damp to wet seams at cast iron pipe joints
    What I should use to seal the joints of cast iron pipe ? These are the drains for the toilet and the sink . They may get a drip or two at each joint .
    Thank you
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    Jun 2, 2007, 12:42 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by glasair
    What I should use to seal the joints of cast iron pipe ? These are the drains for the toilet and the sink . They may get a drip or two at each joint .
    Thank you
    Simple repair. Go down to the local Rent-All place and ask for inside and outside caulking irons, (see image) just recaulk the lead joints and you'll be fine. Good luck, Tom
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