Hey Mark,
In seem why you think this is a street ell instead of a closet bend, The curve's too close isn't it" I thought it was a closet bend with the stub up cut too short, but hey! A inch and as half of stock, I say it's worth picking up a inside flange and seeing how it fits,. I'd settle for a 1.5" glue joint if it was tight. I'd do that before I ripped up the slab and replaced the ell, And those are my thoughts. Regards, Tom

I see what you're thinking, but it won't be an 1.5" glue joint if you look closely at the tape measure (tape is set into the elbow)...more like a 1/2" to 3/4" MAX glue joint... might work if he hasn't damaged the flange, too much!

Have a great Halloween!

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might work if he hasn't damaged the flange, too much!

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It's a inside flange, What's to damage? I'm just trying to get him past the hassle of ripping up his slab. I think it's worth the gamble. What's to lose? He might have to cut back on the bottom part to get a fit but if he can get a joint he's way ahead of the game. Am I dead wrong on this? Tom

Thanks to all who have provided great advice. After finally getting a plumber to come to the house, and taking a look at the smaller diameter of the inside fit 3" deep flange, my wife and I decided to bite the bullet and pay to have it fixed right (bust concrete/replace below slab & flange). We were afraid that we might trade seepage for frequent toilet back-ups due ot the smaller inside diameter. We expect to live here many more years, and felt the extra expense was worth it. Again, thanks to all who have posted /responded. I have learned more about toilet flanges than I would ever care to know. Have a great day! John

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We were afraid that we might trade seepage for frequent toilet back-ups due ot the smaller inside diameter.

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That wouldn't happen but I think you made the correct decision. Just gave you the easiest option. Good luck, Tom