Removing quick leak repair putty

[Nickcrossland]

I have a leaking tap connector which I want to remove and replace. However, it has been completely covered in leak repair putty (and I mean covered) right to the base of the tap and a good four inches down the pipe.

Can anyone tell me the best way to remove this? Simply chisel away carefully? A pretty basic question I know, but someone may have some good tips.

Thank you,

Nick

 

[Dan Robinson]

Twist it off with a pair of pump pliers.

How the bulk comes off depends on how the finer bits are removed.

 

[Nickcrossland]

Great, thanks Dan

 

[ChrisR]

If you can reach it??
If not, heat it gently with a blowlamp and it'll soften. Then a wood chisel...

 

[Nickcrossland]

Thanks Chris - definitely a tight squeeze so this might be the best option...

Nick

 

[Mike2007]

Angle Grinder!!!!!!!!