tool / pliers for p trap

[PoorOwner]

What is the right tool to undo those big abs traps
I heard always referred to channel locks but I have a 9.5 " one the jaw is not big enough..
Would a 12" one work?

I know they are supposed to be hand tightened but I have trouble loosening them sometimes..

 

[retDAC]

A 12" should be big enough.

 

[CWP1616L]

You mean these slip joint nuts?

They make a wrench for those:

Download this catalog:
http://www.superiortool.com/2013catalog.pdf

 

[JasonCAT]

Adjustable version of that slip nut wrench:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040MWQR4/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[sberry]

A real plumber does not own either of those,,, a 9 inch plier or that sissy wrench. Get a pair of 12 inch Channelocks, if you don't have a set you need them.

 

[3xpendable]

A real plumber does not own either of those,,, a 9 inch plier or that sissy wrench. Get a pair of 12 inch Channelocks, if you don't have a set you need them.

Lmao this^


Sent from under an open range fifth wheel 8p

 

[sberry]

They carry a 440 in their back pocket. They are a super unique tool in the same way a pair of number 9 Klein is

 

[Jamming]

I've usually just used my hands, the ones in my house and my in-laws and my neighbors etc..haven't been that tight. I think once I've gotten out my BFPC(big freaking pair of channel locks).
BTW..I'm not a big guy nor am I freakishly strong.

 

[sberry]

I got to have a pair within 25 ft of my body at all times or I have an anxiety attack. A pair of crappy 9's have saved many a day but they are easier to find, the good ones are always gone.

 

[spike99250]

Channellock Oil Filter pliers work great.

 

[PoorOwner]

Is this a good investment as far as getting the biggest plier in my tool box?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Irwin-Vise-Grip-12-in-Quick-Adjusting-Groovelock-Pliers-2078112/100488494

How about 16 inch (copy paste link)

http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?productId=1115141

Reviews for 16 inch

This was the PERFECT tool for removing and reinstalling the P trap under our bathroom sink. Rescued my wedding ring. It was big enough to fit around the 3" nut/collar while giving good torque, but light enough to grip with one arm and not fall down or off in a tight spot. VERY SATISFIED!!!

If you need a very large pair of slip-joint pliers, these are big, they are Channel-Lock brand and they are made in the United States of America.


Win??

 

[PoorOwner]

I also need a auger from the big box store beyond the p trap of the kitchen sink..
Something about cold weather, grease and potatoe peel

any recommendations? Hand or drill type?

 

[theoldwizard1]

I bought these years ago as a joke. I have used them a few time.

Craftsman 16 in. Arc Joint Pliers

 

[Gmonkee]

Another vote for oil filter pliers, with a light touch they won't muck up the fittings either.

I also have cheap 10" channel-lock type pliers with the handes cut back to 7", gives me a wider pliers on a short handle for the smaller spaces long won't fit. I'm very tempted to do that to an oil filter pliers now.

Usually once the trap parts start move a hand can finish the job. Plumbing isn't about torque values. Just make it seal.

 

[zkling]

If it is plastic I usually use a strap wrench of some flavor either rubber or cloth.

 

[PoorOwner]

Just got the 16.5 channel lock made in USA
Did the job although might be a bit big

 

[ChevyEFI]

I am adding Channellocks on my wish list as soon as they make them in something other than blue.

 

[Outlawmws]

I am adding Channellocks on my wish list as soon as they make them in something other than blue.

I doubt you will live that long...

ps: did you know that color blue is a registered TM as "Channellock Blue"?

 

[zkling]

I doubt you will live that long...

ps: did you know that color blue is a registered TM as "Channellock Blue"?

I thought cornwell and a few others rebranded the Channellock line with colors like orange? Where is Jeff, he'll straighten this out.

 

[Heavy tech]

If you're in a jam, use your belt! A leather belt has saved me more than once. Was the easiest thing to use to get the oil filter off my old Cavalier


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[SlappyWhite]

Not the "right" tool but I use a strap wrench. One of those ones with the rubber strap. I find more times than not I do not have enough room to use channel locks.

 

[Pumpman1968]

Geez........if your worried about the color of the handles on your pliers why not just get out your nail polish and put a fresh coat on them..........Magenta may even match your Timberland "workboots"

 

[PoorOwner]

Dirty job today at Least I gotta new tool
I think will work on some oil filter too

 

[zkling]

Geez........if your worried about the color of the handles on your pliers why not just get out your nail polish and put a fresh coat on them..........Magenta may even match your Timberland "workboots"

Maybe I will thank you very much. I'm more of a periwinkle purple man myself though. Magenta is just a bit too loud for me.

 

[Stephenw]

 

[Pumpman1968]

Maybe I will thank you very much. I'm more of a periwinkle purple man myself though. Magenta is just a bit too loud for me.