The featured drain removal tool is awesome. The best way to start the tool is by placing it in the drain fixture at a slight angle instead of straight onto it. Also,with a metal tub,don't be afraid to seat the tool using sharp blows with a heavier hammer. I used a 4 ib hammer with an 18" handle. Way less playing around. Once it's in place,use a 1/2 inch drive beaker bar with a 2" extension and slowly turn in a counter clockwise direction. This will help you remove even the most stubborn,corroded drain fixtures. It's a best practice to remove the black rubber gasket from between the drain shoe and the underside of the tub and replace it with the suppied new one that comes with the new drain fixture. BTW,use plumbers putty on the underside of the drain flange instead of silicone as it lasts much longer.
@AndyMahnFL411 Sir,the video you made on the subject is very informative. It takes courage and skill to produce something for the common good. I'm not a plumbing professional and the little bit of knowledge I have of the subject I learned really recently. I am currently working on a refurbishing project in the main bathroom of my 42 year old townhouse. I have gotten most of my information from watching countless TH-cam videos and trying to glean the best information I could from a whole bunch of people much more clever than myself. With that being said,we're all in this together friend, just trying to make things better for our loved ones because we simply can't afford to have a professional do it for us. The adventure is worth it, even if it does take a lot longer and the wife finds it quite amusing.
@@slim1956 I certainly couldn't have said it better. Thank you for your kind comments and best of luck on your renovation adventures. Be sure to document your progress and learnings along the way!
I got the same drain extractor tool because I was a bit in a hurry to replace two tub drains in my newly purchased home and I could not find the wrench in a nearby brick & mortar. I recently used it to replace the same tub drains because they had corroded. I always place material like a small, folded rag/towel on top of the extractor before banging on it with a real hammer. Has not failed me so far. And I always use plumber's putty as you did instead of the included rubber gasket. Before I had purchased the extractor tool, I did a bit of research and learned from another YT clip that there was a rubber gasket between the PVC drain pipe and the bottom of the tub; this gasket was the exact same size as the one included with the tub drain, so I used the new gasket for this purpose.
Thanks for sharing your experience and what has worked for you. Also, as you and several others have pointed out, the gasket should be placed in between the tub and the drain pipe. Best wishes for the new year.
Thank you, and I didn't realize how relatively easy it was to remove this ugly drain hardware, just took a little bit of elbow grease, plus the correct tool which did the trick.
For anyone watching this now, you would want to use a tub drain wrench, not an extractor tool. You only use that if the drain is missing the cross bar inside of the drain. The tub drain wrench would have removed that a whole lot easier! I am doing this and the overflow, and all the faceplates in my 1860s home tomorrow. Wish me luck! Also, the gasket does not go there. It goes between the bottom of the tub, and the top of the pipe. 😮 I hope u fixed that! I wonder how many people ha e done it wrong now...
You might notice that one of the cross bars was missing, thus the reason to use an extractor tool, in case the metal cross was weakened/compromised to the point at which a drain wrench would break that part further. So in this case, the extractor tool was the correct choice. And thank you for the point regarding the gasket, correct. Good luck on your project.
I have that exact same extractor tool - and my drain looked exactly like that. That tool doesn't work at all for me though. Can't get the knurls to catch! I tried not to wail on it but all the tool did was destroy the drain while I was trying to get it secure enough to catch
I have to admit, it took more force than I would've expected, particularly when hammering it in to try to get it to catch the metal appropriately. I just went for broke and ultimately was successful. It's up to you, good luck!
I'm currently having this issue - no matter how hard I use the mallet, it's just bouncing around in the drain hole. Did you find another solution or did you end up calling a plumber?
@@Shawdiee No luck with that thing, I think I put on my grumpy face and returned it to Lowe's (?). I ended up borrowing my highly skilled neighbor and his arsenal of tools. We very carefully cut it out with one of his saws, a dremel and so files. What a pain.
@@AndyMahnFL411need help!! I used the tool to try to get old casket out but the only thing that came out was the corroded plate that sits on the tub. I’m afraid to put pressure on turning because the tube inside Drain was moving. I wish I can show you pictures of it.
@@tammyellen6366 sounds like you may need a different type of tool, perhaps a drain extractor wrench, something that can grab onto the crosshairs and help you extract it that way.
Is it possible to damage the tub while you're unscrewing the drain with that tool? I'm a bit afraid that I'll cause even more damage when I'm trying this. My drain is corroded just like yours.
I was surprised by the amount of force required, but again the drain has been in my tub for many years. You need to apply downward force while you're also using the tool to unscrew it, it should and will come out. Good luck!
Uh, the rubber washer is NOT used in lieu of plumbers putty. It does NOT go under the drain flange. You have to finagle it between the bottom of the tub and the drain pipe... After removing the one that(should) be in there.
Correct, in most cases will be easy enough to do by inserting the gasket into the hole to let it rest in between the tub and the elbow of the drain pipe that the new threaded drain screws into. There could be lots of old crusty plumbers putty in there (or an old worn gasket) to remove first. That thick rubber gasket completes the seal on the underside of the tub.
Let's say 'your mileage may vary', in terms of the difficulty level, it's usually just a matter of how tightly the drain is screwed on and how long it has been in place.
You could try a drain wrench, I found that in my case that I had to hammer in the extractor tool considerably before it was actually able to grab. Good luck!
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The featured drain removal tool is awesome.
The best way to start the tool is by placing it in the drain fixture at a slight angle instead of straight onto it. Also,with a metal tub,don't be afraid to seat the tool using sharp blows with a heavier hammer. I used a 4 ib hammer with an 18" handle. Way less playing around. Once it's in place,use a 1/2 inch drive beaker bar with a 2" extension and slowly turn in a counter clockwise direction. This will help you remove even the most stubborn,corroded drain fixtures. It's a best practice to remove the black rubber gasket from between the drain shoe and the underside of the tub and replace it with the suppied new one that comes with the new drain fixture. BTW,use plumbers putty on the underside of the drain flange instead of silicone as it lasts much longer.
@@slim1956 excellent feedback, thank you for your comment. Yes, I should have replaced the washer, but left the original one in place.
@AndyMahnFL411 Sir,the video you made on the subject is very informative. It takes courage and skill to produce something for the common good.
I'm not a plumbing professional and the little bit of knowledge I have of the subject I learned really recently. I am currently working on a refurbishing project in the main bathroom of my 42 year old townhouse. I have gotten most of my information from watching countless TH-cam videos and trying to glean the best information I could from a whole bunch of people much more clever than myself.
With that being said,we're all in this together friend, just trying to make things better for our loved ones because we simply can't afford to have a professional do it for us.
The adventure is worth it, even if it does take a lot longer and the wife finds it quite amusing.
@@slim1956 I certainly couldn't have said it better. Thank you for your kind comments and best of luck on your renovation adventures. Be sure to document your progress and learnings along the way!
I got the same drain extractor tool because I was a bit in a hurry to replace two tub drains in my newly purchased home and I could not find the wrench in a nearby brick & mortar. I recently used it to replace the same tub drains because they had corroded. I always place material like a small, folded rag/towel on top of the extractor before banging on it with a real hammer. Has not failed me so far. And I always use plumber's putty as you did instead of the included rubber gasket.
Before I had purchased the extractor tool, I did a bit of research and learned from another YT clip that there was a rubber gasket between the PVC drain pipe and the bottom of the tub; this gasket was the exact same size as the one included with the tub drain, so I used the new gasket for this purpose.
Thanks for sharing your experience and what has worked for you. Also, as you and several others have pointed out, the gasket should be placed in between the tub and the drain pipe. Best wishes for the new year.
The gasket goes between the bottom of the tub and the drain pipe, especially since you didn’t put any thread sealant on.
Thank you for posting this i found it showed my father-in-law. I went and bought the tool and the stress was less. Thank you for doing the video
I'm very happy to help, thank you for posting your comment, sounds like you got the job done!
That thick washer belongs between the tub and the drain. 15:05
Excellent demonstration. I like that things that can go not quite according to plan can happen and how to resolve. Thank you!
Thank you, and I didn't realize how relatively easy it was to remove this ugly drain hardware, just took a little bit of elbow grease, plus the correct tool which did the trick.
For anyone watching this now, you would want to use a tub drain wrench, not an extractor tool. You only use that if the drain is missing the cross bar inside of the drain. The tub drain wrench would have removed that a whole lot easier! I am doing this and the overflow, and all the faceplates in my 1860s home tomorrow. Wish me luck! Also, the gasket does not go there. It goes between the bottom of the tub, and the top of the pipe. 😮 I hope u fixed that! I wonder how many people ha e done it wrong now...
You might notice that one of the cross bars was missing, thus the reason to use an extractor tool, in case the metal cross was weakened/compromised to the point at which a drain wrench would break that part further. So in this case, the extractor tool was the correct choice. And thank you for the point regarding the gasket, correct. Good luck on your project.
Hope your project went smooth. Home from 1860’s…I’m jealous…
Cross bars will break on old ones
Subscribed brother!
This is how I'mma spend my father's day! Got 2 of those too replace
You can do it, extra points for knocking them both out!
Thanks for this diy. Mine looked like that. On my way to Lowes to buy the supplies needed.
Good luck, may require some elbow grease, if you know what I mean, depending how long the drain has been in place.
Thick washer goes between the tub and the pipe.
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Excuse me mister master plumber you're supposed to put the black washer in between the tub and PVC pipe. That's my tech tip for the day
Yes it was a good informative video but yes I have to agree with the previous message saying the gasket goes beneath the tub not under the drain
great video this is exactly how difficult it is to remove an old rusty drain...its gonna take some real elbow grease.
Great! The best demonstrations I’ve seen! 👍🏻
Thank you! Hope it helped.
What about the gasket
I have that exact same extractor tool - and my drain looked exactly like that. That tool doesn't work at all for me though. Can't get the knurls to catch! I tried not to wail on it but all the tool did was destroy the drain while I was trying to get it secure enough to catch
I have to admit, it took more force than I would've expected, particularly when hammering it in to try to get it to catch the metal appropriately. I just went for broke and ultimately was successful. It's up to you, good luck!
I'm currently having this issue - no matter how hard I use the mallet, it's just bouncing around in the drain hole. Did you find another solution or did you end up calling a plumber?
@@Shawdiee No luck with that thing, I think I put on my grumpy face and returned it to Lowe's (?). I ended up borrowing my highly skilled neighbor and his arsenal of tools. We very carefully cut it out with one of his saws, a dremel and so files. What a pain.
@@AndyMahnFL411need help!! I used the tool to try to get old casket out but the only thing that came out was the corroded plate that sits on the tub. I’m afraid to put pressure on turning because the tube inside Drain was moving. I wish I can show you pictures of it.
@@tammyellen6366 sounds like you may need a different type of tool, perhaps a drain extractor wrench, something that can grab onto the crosshairs and help you extract it that way.
Thanks for the video...
👍 Good job !
Is it possible to damage the tub while you're unscrewing the drain with that tool? I'm a bit afraid that I'll cause even more damage when I'm trying this. My drain is corroded just like yours.
I was surprised by the amount of force required, but again the drain has been in my tub for many years. You need to apply downward force while you're also using the tool to unscrew it, it should and will come out. Good luck!
Seal goes in under tub then the new putted drain ..
Yep, thanks Sassy
How do you get the seal in there? Is there an old one you need yo remove first?
Put gasket between bottom of the tub and the drain pipe.
Uh, the rubber washer is NOT used in lieu of plumbers putty. It does NOT go under the drain flange. You have to finagle it between the bottom of the tub and the drain pipe... After removing the one that(should) be in there.
@@mguerramd yes, absolutely correct, the original washer was left in place, but should have been replaced at the time.
That gasket goes below the tub
A pair of channel lock pi
looks ok to me
Rubber gasket goes between your tub and the drain pipe!
The gasket, goes UNDER the tub, above the pipe... Not under the screwed-in drain plate/face. LOL. You're welcome.
Correct, in most cases will be easy enough to do by inserting the gasket into the hole to let it rest in between the tub and the elbow of the drain pipe that the new threaded drain screws into. There could be lots of old crusty plumbers putty in there (or an old worn gasket) to remove first. That thick rubber gasket completes the seal on the underside of the tub.
He has no access, unlike a sink.
Why are you pretending to know that. You even mentioned it incorrectly in your video th-cam.com/video/ao7yA9MYP7A/w-d-xo.html @@AndyMahnFL411
Incorrect. You can get the gasket inserted easily and if needed you can use a screw driver to help create a bigger gap. @@eddiekay9019
Treaded portion of drain pipe is called the “shoe”
how to replace tub drain - HARD! - fixed it
Let's say 'your mileage may vary', in terms of the difficulty level, it's usually just a matter of how tightly the drain is screwed on and how long it has been in place.
Your rubber seal should have been used under the tub . . . .
My drain was so corroded that tool just kept grinding it up more
You could try a drain wrench, I found that in my case that I had to hammer in the extractor tool considerably before it was actually able to grab. Good luck!
Hit it with. Your purse
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you said it!