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    Oct 8, 2009, 10:03 AM
    Moving Vent
    How far from a fixture(toilet) can I move a vent. I need 36 Inches... Thank you!
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    Oct 8, 2009, 10:27 AM

    It is OK to have vent located 36" away from the toilet.
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    Oct 8, 2009, 11:25 AM
    Plenty of room! With a 4" drain you have 10 feet and with 3" you'll have 6 feet to play with. Good luck, Tom
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