Update. Job now done. I only just got through it with a 12" angle grinder. As the machines get bigger there are more bits to get in the way. I had to cut quite close to the wall as well which did not help. My cast iron was in perfect condition and it is heavy. If you have help it might be worth...
Hi you could try releasing the compression nuts on the flow and return pipes to your immersion heater. This will help let any trapped air out but you will have to mop up a bit, but it sounds as if you are used to this!
Jan
[quote="Louis"]I have the same problem. I am thinking of cutting the cast iron soil pipe with an angle grinder...........Keeping my fingers crossed!! Am I doing the right thing?[/quote] I am coming to the same conclusion, it has to be a 9" angle grinder to get through the pipe in one ...
I would welcome any tips on what tool to use to cut a 4" cast iron pipe protruding from the wall so I can then fit a close coupled toilet. The height of the pipe is fine as it currently has toilet fixed into a cemented collar..
