09-11-2011, 05:42 PM
Odds are the installer used pipe dope to install it, so it's pretty well glued shut. Two pipe wrenches in opposite directions will work.
Flex piping.. well, you CAN use it, but I disrecommend it due to previous bad experiences. I'm not sure what your local codes are, and considering where you live, fire codes are VERY aggressive. I'd check first. It's not too hard to get properly sized black pipe and nipples to fit your install... measure twice, etc..
Don't forget the drip pan and drain.. most installs require them these days, and it's just a good idea. And don't forget to replace the valve. You'll need to shut off your gas entirely to do that. And don't forget a sump at the bottom of the gas pipe. It looks weird, but it's there to collect the goop that comes down the gas pipeline.
Yeah.. plumbing gas is pretty complex. I've done it, but it takes careful attention to detail. The negative effect of a mistake is a bit more than a little spray of water !
Flex piping.. well, you CAN use it, but I disrecommend it due to previous bad experiences. I'm not sure what your local codes are, and considering where you live, fire codes are VERY aggressive. I'd check first. It's not too hard to get properly sized black pipe and nipples to fit your install... measure twice, etc..
Don't forget the drip pan and drain.. most installs require them these days, and it's just a good idea. And don't forget to replace the valve. You'll need to shut off your gas entirely to do that. And don't forget a sump at the bottom of the gas pipe. It looks weird, but it's there to collect the goop that comes down the gas pipeline.
Yeah.. plumbing gas is pretty complex. I've done it, but it takes careful attention to detail. The negative effect of a mistake is a bit more than a little spray of water !