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    Scott4952 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 1, 2013, 09:59 AM
    Can I cut extra holes/shorten a plastic reservoir barrier in a toilet to flush better
    Can I cut extra holes or shorten a plastic reservoir barrier in a water saver toilet to make it flush better.

    I believe it is a Berkeley Series Toilet by Eljer
    The part in question is part #5 at this web site:
    Eljer Toilet Replacement Parts For The Berkeley Series
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    Dec 1, 2013, 12:56 PM
    Shortening the reservoir will give you more water and may aid in flushing. If you have a problem with flushing, what is it?

    Chuck
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    Dec 1, 2013, 04:26 PM
    Yes, you can cut it to allow more water per flush. But by cutting the reservoir, you will eliminated the ULF designation for the toilet ( Ultra Low Flush ). Also, you may have to replace ( or readjust ) the flopper to allow it to empty entire tank.

    Hope that helps.

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    Dec 1, 2013, 07:49 PM
    I would suggest removing the reservoir completely and adjusting water fill level such that you have a good flushing action but do not waste water.

    you will eliminated the ULF designation for the toilet ( Ultra Low Flush ).
    That is correct but I wouldn't care. I would want a toilet that works and the governments bureaucrats can go stuff it.
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