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    Feb 24, 2010, 09:39 AM
    Leaking bathtub overflow
    My overflow is leaking where the pipes are hooked up on the outside of the tub I have access to the pipes how do I fix it and what do I need
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    Feb 24, 2010, 09:55 AM

    See the attachment if your looks like the picture and you be able to see how the overflow is attached to the tub, Thanks.

    John
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    Feb 24, 2010, 10:31 AM

    Try to tighten the two screws on the face plate. If that don't get it perhaps you're in the market for this;
    Ultimate Overflow Gasket
    Good luck, tom
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