That's what I feared! But as it already has rigid pipes, if he wants to change the tap it should be a simple replacement. A lot more trouble if piping from scratch, but a much better job. Flexis are the quick and easy option, sometimes unavoidable perhaps.
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I thought the nuts were screwed on i.e. had to be unscrewed to remove the pipes. Didn't think removing the pipes from the bottom ends would make a difference. Obviously not the case and they just popped right out.
OK, with you
You are supposed to remove the tap to change the tails , though seems pointless unless it’s leaking .
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Flexis are biggest cause of floods in properties - according to loss adjuster when mine failed!
I'm not surprised
Usually because they're kinked or there's a leak onto them, this frays and/or corrodes the woven wire surround, allowing the rubber inner to bulge out and be punctured by the sharp ends.
If you ever try and remove a corroded one without gloves on - you'll know all about it!
Nerrad do a special tool but bet to remove the central nut with a deep socket attached to an extension bar and a ratchet spanner. Then pull through the tap hole with tap and remove tails. The existing tails look in good condition though.
But we've established he can unscrew the pipes with the tap in place. Then, assuming he wants to remove the tap, it's much easier to get at the nut on the threaded rod. I find a box spanner is best for that.
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