[babyeyes]

I have just installed a new counter top/undermount sink, with new faucet fixtures. My problem is that the exsiting pipes are too high up to the sink to accommodate the new flange and is out to far by about 1 1/2 inches, how do I fix this? Thanks

[Flying Blue Eagle]

Babyeyes - You must have a meteal drain pipe::: go to Lowe's, or home depot , Plumbing dept, take a piece of your old drain pipe so that you get the right size, GET A vainty drain set in (PLLASTIC) , that way you can cut to fit,and hook up tvhe drain, reason I told you to take a piece of old with you is because there are different sizes. You will need a fine tooth hacksaw to cut the plastic with. Just be careful when you do the cutting,and cut yourself. I hope this helps you ,Good luck ,GOD BLESS :::: F.B.E.

[speedball1]

I have just installed a new counter top/undermount sink, with new faucet fixtures. My problem is that the exsiting pipes are too high up to the sink to accomodate the new flange and is out to far by about 1 1/2 inches, how do I fix this? thanks

Is this a vessel sink?
Most lavatorys rough in with 1 1/4" pipe 18" above the floor. If the top of the trap is to high for the trap raiser to connect to the lavatorys tailpiece you have only two options. Return the lavatory and pick up one that's not as deep **or** ( and this one's a killer) remove the cabinet, open up the wall, cut out the sanitary tee and stubout from the stack and lower it. If the supplies are too high they miust be lowered also. There is one other option. You can gain some elevation if you follow FBEs advice and pick up a new lavatory drain. But not the pop-up type that you would normally install. Instead ask for a stoipper type drain that uses a rubber plug. That might just give you enough space to install the trap after you cut it back. Good luck, Tom,