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    Apr 18, 2010, 07:26 PM
    How to replace an old tub drain washer
    I'm finishing off a bathroom renovation - tub surround, new faucet, shower head etc. I wanted to replace the tub drain as well since the plug doesn't work and the cross piece is missing. I managed to get the old one off even though the "cross" was gone using a special tool. Now when I go to put in the new drain I realize the rubber washer that comes with it is supposed to go between the tub and the drain underneath. I can't get at the underside of the tub so how do you get the old washer out? I'm afraid to touch it in case it dislodges everything and I can't get at it. It wasn't leaking before - I just wanted to replace it to match with the new shower fixtures.
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    Apr 18, 2010, 09:27 PM

    If you haven't moved the rubber washer then just leave it in place and install the new strainer, as long as your sure there was no leak on the drain before.
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