Just what I needed to make sure my mom’s repair was right on target! She’s over 80, and instead of calling for “a professional,” she now considers her darling daughter the professional. (I’d rather nothing else around her house go wrong, though....... ☺️)
Oh come on this toilet is ready for replacement. I know money can be tight but in this case just spend a few dollars on a new toilet. By the way good idea using a little child. I had a hell of a time trying to get back there. I wish I had just sawed off the bolts like you did.
Thank you for the info. I am in the middle of replacing these tank bolts since the rubber washers are turning to dust. The tank is dated 1953. Nothing wrong with it and it matches the tub. I am not the owner. I am also replacing the flush valve which was the original problem. We have hard water and this is the 2nd flush valve in a couple years. Do they still make lime green toilets? If so that may be my Plan B since I feel like I am attempting to break out of prison trying to hack through this bolt and then the next one. Luckily there is another toilet available and I am not getting paid by the hour. Off to Amazon to check on green toilets.
One must take care not to over tighten the wing nut or nut against the bottom toilet bowl assembly. If you do you could crack the bowl assembly which means a whole new toilet. Finger tighten the wing nut plus a tiny bit more to ensure no leaks is the best.
Glad you found my video helpful, the flappers which are connected to the flush handle deteriorate with use and need to be replaced every 3-4 years. A toilet that has a leaking flapper can cost you a lot of money if not detected. They are inexpensive and easy to replace.
Just what I needed to make sure my mom’s repair was right on target! She’s over 80, and instead of calling for “a professional,” she now considers her darling daughter the professional. (I’d rather nothing else around her house go wrong, though....... ☺️)
Oh come on this toilet is ready for replacement. I know money can be tight but in this case just spend a few dollars on a new toilet.
By the way good idea using a little child. I had a hell of a time trying to get back there. I wish I had just sawed off the bolts like you did.
Replacing toilet is the best option for this washroom.
Thank you for the info. I am in the middle of replacing these tank bolts since the rubber washers are turning to dust. The tank is dated 1953. Nothing wrong with it and it matches the tub. I am not the owner. I am also replacing the flush valve which was the original problem. We have hard water and this is the 2nd flush valve in a couple years. Do they still make lime green toilets? If so that may be my Plan B since I feel like I am attempting to break out of prison trying to hack through this bolt and then the next one. Luckily there is another toilet available and I am not getting paid by the hour. Off to Amazon to check on green toilets.
One must take care not to over tighten the wing nut or nut against the bottom toilet bowl assembly. If you do you could crack the bowl assembly which means a whole new toilet. Finger tighten the wing nut plus a tiny bit more to ensure no leaks is the best.
Probably best to replace all the internal parts while the tank is off.
Thanks!
I did not use plumbers putty and one bolt is leaking.....
I also put a second rubber washer and bolt directly below the tank....is that wrong ?
Thx !
Charles, I would recommend using some plumbers putty to ensure your repair against a leak. Over time the rubber seals will deteriorate.
I didn’t think stainless steel bowls were a guarantee of no rust. I thought only marine grade 316 stainless steel had the least chance of rust?
very helpful....i was wondering y my bill kept goin up
Glad you found my video helpful, the flappers which are connected to the flush handle deteriorate with use and need to be replaced every 3-4 years. A toilet that has a leaking flapper can cost you a lot of money if not detected. They are inexpensive and easy to replace.