Hi,
Thanks for such an informative answer.
I am a pensioner on a part-time wage and a veteran DIY type.
I can't locate my bottle to torch hose now.
Do you mean resolder the old fitting?
I am now considering a leadloc compression joint.
Maybe even cut the lead if I can't find an alternative.
What is the 'hemp' all about?
There seems to be tar or pitch involved too.
Does this reveal the age & thus the diameter?
You say '3/4'. Is that inches or a type?
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measured up....lead 27mm lower copper pipe1/2" wet side input pipe 15mm.
Could the old 1/2" pipe have been the reason why I couldn't get a water tight seal all along. I have lots of olives but didn't recognise the possible diameter disparity issues & maybe used a 15mm or even the wrong stopcock!.
Hey, once again,thanks again for all the help