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    Jul 14, 2014, 05:09 AM
    How to connect tub drain to p-trap
    I installed a new tub drain kit. It is leaking at the p-trap connection. How can I seall it from leaking?
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    Jul 14, 2014, 08:55 AM
    This is a compression joint. Is the gasket intact? Unthread and try again. You may be cross threaded. Does the drain pipe fit a inch or more into the trap? Back to you, Tom
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