Actually, just use a large pair of what is called Channel Lock plyers to tighten the big drain nut. The bigger the better. Use the channel locks to grab onto the nips on the drain flange nut and turn. it needs to be very snug BUT not a death defying grip. Remember, there is a flexible foam gasket and its just water not under pressure. The foam washer works well to seal the flange and sink. He used a special bathtub drain removal tool for holding the drain while tightening the nut. Often $10. Mandatory for removing very old bathtub drains. Not worth buying just for this. Just stick in (wedge in) two medium screwdrivers into the bottom of the drain and hold to keep the drain from spinning. Have someone hold the screwdrivers, while you use the channel lock plyers to turn the nut.
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Thank you for sharing.
I am glad he got rid of the flexible drain hose. Best to not be tempted to ever use those.
Thank you for posting this video! Can you tell me what tools you used to tighten the drain?
Actually, just use a large pair of what is called Channel Lock plyers to tighten the big drain nut. The bigger the better. Use the channel locks to grab onto the nips on the drain flange nut and turn. it needs to be very snug BUT not a death defying grip. Remember, there is a flexible foam gasket and its just water not under pressure. The foam washer works well to seal the flange and sink. He used a special bathtub drain removal tool for holding the drain while tightening the nut. Often $10. Mandatory for removing very old bathtub drains. Not worth buying just for this. Just stick in (wedge in) two medium screwdrivers into the bottom of the drain and hold to keep the drain from spinning. Have someone hold the screwdrivers, while you use the channel lock plyers to turn the nut.
Helpful.