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    Jeff A Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 3, 2009, 06:14 PM
    Shower drain
    I am considering replacing my shower pan which is on the second story due to its age. I am trying to prevent leaks and the shower pan and walls looks old. I have never removed this type of drain and I am not sure where to start. The Manufacturer mark on the drain (2" PVC) is E.L Mustee & Son from Cleveland (part number 42.317). The pan is a standard acyrlic type with no ceramic tiles. Can this type of drain be screwed off from the top similar to a bath tube drain?

    Thanks,
    Jeff
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    Mar 3, 2009, 06:25 PM

    Please, take a picture of the pan and drain and post it...

    In the interim: Yes, the drain should be removeable from the above. Pop off the cover and look inside. There will be either "donut"- like fat washer, or large brass nut, of plastic ring around the pipe. See which one you have... Come back to share this info with us...

    Once drain is removed, break wall 6" above the drain. You will see a lip. The lip is nailed to the framing. Remove nails. Now it may be hard to pull it out. We usually take saw zall and cut it into several pieces.
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    Mar 3, 2009, 06:27 PM
    Hi Jeff...

    All depends on what they used to seal the drain. If it is a rubber seal you may be able to pry it up. If it is a lead seal then you will be fastest to simply cut out the shower strainer from the floor of the shower base and then remove the shower base.

    In fact, that is the way you usually do this. Remove the strainer, and if you can't pry a rubber seal from around the pipe then use a reciprocating saw (sawzall or jigsaw) and cut a 7 inch hole around the drain. Cut through the shower floor... Then you can remove the shower base and deal with the drain pipes after you see what/how they are connected.

    Let me know if you have questions...

    MARK
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    Mar 3, 2009, 06:29 PM

    Mark: I like your version better! :D:D:D
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    Mar 3, 2009, 06:33 PM
    Thanks Milo...

    I used to mess with the drains until I figured out I could step into the shower (feet close to drain to stabilize the FLIMSY bases), cut a circle and then yank the shower unit out in like 5 minutes... LOL!

    Have good night!
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