Inspection trap and rusted chamber cover

[Burger]

So, circled red is your lifting point (manhole lifting key should fit) however it’s seized. Where I’ve highlighted in yellow, if you have a crowbar then try getting in there, it should give without damage to bricks.

 

[Burger]

Hi CBW
It’s a square cover with NO lift points. Lid and rim totally rusted and fused. Looks like it’s been covered by concrete for years.

I see one lifting point 😵

 

[Paul Cordon]

So, circled red is your lifting point (manhole lifting key should fit) however it’s seized. Where I’ve highlighted in yellow, if you have a crowbar then try getting in there, it should give without damage to bricks.

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[Paul Cordon]

Good spot I didn’t even notice it. Now I feel completely stupid. Thanks CBW

 

[Paul Cordon]

You would never expect to find the lifting point in the centre of the lid exactly where it’s supposed to be

 

[WC1]

Don't put your back out, use a bar through the key to help leverage- short type keys better for this method.

 

[Burger]

Paul, I possibly wouldn’t try lifting that, not without soaking in some wd-40 or something similar first. Try a flat screwdriver and score all the way around the rusted bit, and maybe even try gentle hammering to break rust. If this doesn’t work it might be worth (if you’re replacing) to try and break the top out.

 

[Paul Cordon]

Paul, I possibly wouldn’t try lifting that, not without soaking in some wd-40 or something similar first. Try a flat screwdriver and score all the way around the rusted bit, and maybe even try gentle hammering to break rust. If this doesn’t work it might be worth (if you’re replacing) to try and break the top out.

 

[Paul Cordon]

Hi CBW

Already done all of the above, finished 5 mins ago. I will be replacing the lid so if it doesn’t budge I’ll break the top out. Thanks again CBW

 

[WC1]

The cast iron is usually pretty good quality, you should get it out with a bit of persistence (and swearing usually) !
I'd avoid smashing it if poss as the bits fall in the hole and can cause issues.

 

[Rob Foster]

As before , just keep bashing it
insert a broad flat head screwdiver , dont use wd 40 its expensive , it will yield in the end ....usually story in my life
DO NOT GIVE up until you win
then have a beer or 2
Rob Foster aka centralheatking
lets us all know when you have won

 

[Paul Cordon]

As before , just keep bashing it
insert a broad flat head screwdiver , dont use wd 40 its expensive , it will yield in the end ..usually story in my life
DO NOT GIVE up until you win
then have a beer or 2
Rob Foster aka centralheatking
lets us all know when you have won

 

[Paul Cordon]

Just one more thing here Rob. There seems to be a fair thickness of some sort of bitumen cover holding the lid firmly in place which is stopping the cover releasing. Any recommendations?

 

[Rob Foster]

Just one more thing here Rob. There seems to be a fair thickness of some sort of bitumen cover holding the lid firmly in place which is stopping the cover releasing. Any recommendations?

put a small volume of 95 Ron petrol..on it ...light a match chuck it and run away ..it you leave a straight petrol path from it then light the far end...do not use 97 or 99 Ron that is looney juice which I use in one if my cars when I want some fun
its easy ..see you at the other side
centralheatking

 

[townfanjon]

^^^^^ great idea , “ shakes his head “.

 

[Paul Cordon]

put a small volume of 95 Ron petrol..on it ...light a match chuck it and run away ..it you leave a straight petrol path from it then light the far end...do not use 97 or 99 Ron that is looney juice which I use in one if my cars when I want some fun
its easy ..see you at the other side
centralheatking

 

[Paul Cordon]

Well at least you made me laugh Rob

 

[Burger]

put a small volume of 95 Ron petrol..on it ...light a match chuck it and run away ..it you leave a straight petrol path from it then light the far end...do not use 97 or 99 Ron that is looney juice which I use in one if my cars when I want some fun
its easy ..see you at the other side
centralheatking

Why do you insist on setting things on fire? Sinister perhaps? 😛😛

 

[Rob Foster]

Why do you insist on setting things on fire? Sinister perhaps?

No not sinister , just my way,
Fire is a great cleanser when is controlled, I am a water engineer and will always back water against fire . Ask any Fire
expert with whom I associate with
regular...I am also familiar with intumescent barriers and the initial
chemical derivative products ...phenolic resins ..back in the mists of time 1985 ish with British Petroleum Products when we were fresh out of university...we had a ball playing with fire and stuff
Rob Foster aka centralheatking

 

[WC1]

Dig it out with something pointy