On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:41:14 -0800, Molly Brown wrote:
You will need this tool:
http://www.perfectoproducts.net/inde...le-pipe-wrench

Now THAT is the kind of tool idea I was looking for!

Who'd have thought a "right angle pipe wrench" even existed!

The description says:
The Perfecto Right Angle Pipe Wrench is the best tool for the worst jobs.
Set the wrench head on the pipe or stubborn nut and make sure the grip is
tight. Then insert the extension piece into the socket on the wrench
head. Now you are ready to twist away.


And, I like the idea of the "crush proof pipe plug" so that the 50-year-
old threads sticking out aren't crushed inward by the force of the pipe
wrench.

I'm surprised it has enough leverage; but that's what the T handle is
for, I guess.

It's not easy to find prices but they have a store selector so I should
be able to call in the daytime tomorrow to find prices. I might even be
able to rent it somewhere now that I know what to ask for.

This seems like the perfect tool for the job, albeit it may be expensive.

I also found, on that same web site, this "Outside Easy Out":
7000-EO - Perfecto Outside Easy-Out
http://www.perfectoproducts.net/inde...tside-easy-out

The description says:
Perfecto's Outside Easy Out offers another way to remove stubborn pipe
nipples when an ordinary wrench won't fit. Simply tighten the bolts
around the nipple and turn the Easy Out with a Meter Key.