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    Nov 5, 2007, 08:03 PM
    Replacing/reparing a cracked toilet flange
    While setting in a new toilet the old toilet flange cracked creating a problem with securing the new toilet bolts.
    How do I remedy this problem? How do I repair the old flange or replace the cracked flange with a new one?
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    Nov 6, 2007, 06:17 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by seaman
    While setting in a new toilet the old toilet flange cracked creating a problem with securing the new toilet bolts.
    How do I remedy this problem? How do I repair the old flange or replace the cracked flange with a new one?
    There's a repair kit out, (see image) that most hardware stores carry. Just ask for a toilet flange repair kit.Good luck, Tom
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