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Remove Seized Corrugated Supply Line Connection

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Toilet shut off valves that you should always change out! #diy #helpingothers #plumbing

What happens here

When confronted with a stubborn or seized connection on a corrugated toilet supply line at the shut-off valve, the video demonstrates a technique to create working space. First, ensure the water supply to the toilet is completely shut off. Place a small container or absorbent towels beneath the connection to catch any dripping water. Use channel-lock pliers (such as Knipex Cobras or similar robust adjustable pliers) to firmly grip the plastic compression nut or handle of the corrugated pipe where it connects to the shut-off valve. Simultaneously, use a standard adjustable wrench to hold the shut-off valve itself steady; this prevents the valve from twisting and potentially damaging the plumbing behind the wall. Apply controlled force with the channel-lock pliers, bending the plastic connection back and forth until it breaks. This action exposes the underlying metal connection, allowing the adjustable wrench to then directly engage and loosen the metal nut from the shut-off valve. The presenter successfully removes the metal nut after breaking the plastic.

Goal: Effectively remove a seized corrugated toilet supply line connection.

Tools and materials

  • Adjustable wrench — Holding the shut-off valve steady and for turning the exposed nut
  • Channel-lock pliers — Gripping and breaking the plastic handle of the corrugated pipe
  • Corrugated toilet supply line — The item being removed
  • Gloves — Protecting hands from potential rust, dirty water, or sharp edges
  • Collection container — Collecting residual water

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see the problem with this corrugated pipe right here is once you bend it in place really you don't want to bend it again and I show you why after I pull this out. Grab right down here and just bend this off, break it off, and it ain't going to take much. And now you're able to put wrenches on it and turn. So now if you have space move this nut back you can try the replum method and that is to take a pair of

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