Broken T on tub drain repair. Sometimes replacing the tub drain can be.... frustrating especially if you do not have the proper tools. This video will help you if you are desperate and have the tools in this video.
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@williammartin42062 жыл бұрын
Great Video. You didn't have loud, obnoxious music which was a plus as well. I pondered this way and you shown me that it was a possibility. Thank You.
@danb215 Жыл бұрын
I seen another video that was so helpful to get it out without having to cut, risk injury or damages. I took the head of a hammer and put it in the hole and wedged a pair of pliers with it. Twisted it while wedged and eventually got it out. Took me a few tries to get the technique but worked like a charm. I watched this one and wasnt comfortable with the cutting part so I kept searching and found the other video.
@frankwallace49246 жыл бұрын
After days of trying with no success to remove the drain I found this video. The ring at the top had broke off trying other methods. Not having a reciprocating saw I went the cheap route and bought a small hacksaw with a 24 TPI blade. Hacksaw also gave me more control so I didn't cut the PVC pipe. Had it off in 3 minutes. Thank you for the video.
@kiirabaker94933 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same boat. The ring is gone. Corroded metal that can't be gripped inside the drain. Been trying to chip away at it with a flat head. Getting nowhere. Had a plumber come out and quote me $850. Not happening. I'll be sliding something around the edges and tapping some more. If all fails, small saw it is.
@ddincer37504 жыл бұрын
After trying out all the KZfaq suggestions I ended up with a much simpler solution. My small sledge hammer's head was just the right size to wedge into the drain but it was still too slippery to have enough of a grip to loosen the drain which had seen 40 years of hard water. I got the rubber grip can opener from the kitchen and wedged the hammer head in the drain surrounded by the grip. Couple of light taps on the head to get it wedged in nicely and a turn of the hammer handle got the drain loose and out. I happened to have have a perforated can opener grip which I think gives it even better grip.
@2123tfl Жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing ill try that out
@titobarboza15635 жыл бұрын
I used a dremel to cut two notches like he did and hit each side with a flat head screw driver and hit counter clockwise with hammer to avoid breaking the fiberglass tub.
@franklloyd96 Жыл бұрын
This little kzfaq.infoUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.
@suekotchevar27658 ай бұрын
Menards carries a internal expansion tool that works fair however heat ring around drain with hair dryer or heat gun loosens putty makes big difference
@Roxanne-tc3xy Жыл бұрын
I did this exact same thing after many trips back n forth to home Depot and Lowes using their special tools to no avail . Finally decided to do just this but only the top lip came off. The metal middle part is still very well screwed in there ! I swear they cement glued that thing in there🥺
@MariaRodriguez-xq4bk7 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 yes I feel ya same thing in my house lol
@TheTalkingscientist3 жыл бұрын
This was extremely helpful. Broke mine last night and spent a bit trying to pry it out but was worried about breaking it. Also, you sound like Anthony Jeselnik so that was making me chuckle.
@harryroger17395 жыл бұрын
This method is the only one that works on an old rusted 1 3/8in drain. Those Husky style tools are 1 1/2in so they are too big and won't go into the drain hole. The other tool fail too for varies reasons. When using this method, It helps to break off the cross member so there is room to saw using a sawzaw or hacksaw blade wrapped in a big wad of tape for a handle. One thing that helped me a lot was a saw I bought from Lowes that's basically a handle to which you can mount a reciprocating saw blade. The advantage this saw gave to this method is the sawzaw blade is shorter than a hacksaw and much stiffer - a hacksaw blade is hard to use because it is long while the drain is pretty shallow so that the blade doesn't go in deep and because itsa thin it flexs a lot. One thing to consider, if the drain is badly rusted, is to replace the whole drain assembly. If the pipe underneath is stuck galvanized pipe, a 2ft pipe wrench and a 2 ft cheater bar might be needed to remove the old unit. I tried using a shorter pipe wrench but it just didn't budge. Also, I suggest getting the plastic drain assembly with compression fittings - stay away from the glue together models because the glue dries fast and you need a pretty accurate positioning with the parts and the metal ones will turn into another headache a decade from now. Anyway, watch and study this video because this method works for the worse case.
@ffgsimpson10 ай бұрын
I can believe this worked. 15 minute jobs always turn into 4 hours. Thanks 🙏🏾
@merdock6567 ай бұрын
I fought with one today and the damn overflow neck broke in half. Now i have to replace the pvc.. had too cut 2 hole in the wall upstars and dowstairs.. who the hell put permatex in the threads needs to go under the prison
@macfady21812 жыл бұрын
There is also a cheap threaded tool specifically for removing drains with snapped T's, widely available, in case this seems time consuming with a high potential for damage. Just need a rachet. Works just like removing a bolt with a snapped head except you don't need to drill the hole.
@rvd296011 ай бұрын
20 bucks. I have one in my van. I deal with old houses so I use it every now and then
@br4morse72 ай бұрын
What's it called and where can I buy it?
@kenbourt102011 ай бұрын
Chisel and a hammer works
@ianortega27802 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Gonna try this out tomorrow
@MRXDS19894 жыл бұрын
How are you NOT going to show what your using to cut it or at least state what it is
@DanielG10953 жыл бұрын
Usually you want to use a metal blade with a sawzall
@JimMcLaren19506 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting, used a hack saw to cut inside and top of tub drain and was able to use screw driver to break piece off. This was only way I could get it off, It was ceased together.
@resa318025 жыл бұрын
What are you cutting with?
@coolgills142 жыл бұрын
I used my multi tool to cut and used my flat head screw driver to pry. Be careful not to chip the tub
@WhatTheBuckO6 жыл бұрын
What kind of saw and blade did you use to cut?
@BryanArthurKlein5 жыл бұрын
Having tried every other method under the sun to remove my 1 3/8" drain, I'm going to have to resort to this. Wish me luck.
@MoreThanMaintenance5 жыл бұрын
Have you considered this option? It's a just on case option 😅 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nLyoo7uI0J3Hfok.html
@everesttommy29582 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, I've gotta do the same to my tub drain.
@allen353152 жыл бұрын
Thank you! The removal tool I purchased did not work. Taking my time (as you said) got the job done.....
@mikenangelaclemons1999 Жыл бұрын
Bought the $20 dollar tool...2 to make sure I had a backup for the second tub in this trailer home...and the plastic screw ring inside of the drain separated (it seems like it, since no breaks/leakage have happened) and let the upper metal ring just spin. The metal lip at the bottom is catching the plastic and can't just pull it out. Any movement to the drain lip is seen in the drain main line. I'm hoping this works or I'll be pulling a tub and replacing drains.
@sherpaderpdingo34055 жыл бұрын
I'm removing my tub so not worried about damaging the tub. I tried cutting it out with sawzall but even with a metal blade on, the blade lasted only one and a half cuts. Been trying to get the thing out for 45 mins. I'll try this and post results
@sherpaderpdingo34055 жыл бұрын
Ok so, this method worked but it took a lot of patience and cursing just to give anyone reading this some mental preparation for you're about to do.
@MoreThanMaintenance5 жыл бұрын
Great job 😅... patience is definitely needed. This is another video for future reference you may be interested 👍 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nLyoo7uI0J3Hfok.html
@claudexy4 жыл бұрын
NOW i know how to change that thing...:) mine is broken too..easy job once you know how to do it..thanks...lol
@dave_thomas2 жыл бұрын
New Subscriber. This video was very helpful. I think I'll use my Dremel Set. Thank you for creating and sharing this video.
@TyHudson422 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thank you Sir🖖😎
@aspensplace32932 жыл бұрын
What did you cut it with?
@robschn5 жыл бұрын
Helped me out, thanks!
@jenniferc70765 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@calicogrim4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, dad
@patrickogrady2953 Жыл бұрын
Great... cut it out.... but with what?
@deanlarouche3 жыл бұрын
I'm having g a similar issue right now and have no money or many tools. I wonder if I can use an angle grinder or drywall saw(might be to soft) or what can I use that may work. Even a screwdriver and hammer?
@dsrutherford91972 ай бұрын
Cutting should be the last resort. In most cases no reason to cut.
@postwick2 жыл бұрын
Why don't you just make notches in it so you can use the screwdriver to turn it and thread it out? What a mess you made.
@WojciechP9154 жыл бұрын
What if the broken drain is stuck in a cast iron tub?
@jodadu19942 жыл бұрын
I have a cast iron tub. What did you do to get it out?
@RogerPack7 жыл бұрын
A fascinating last resort...
@SatyTech857 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. It really helped. Just cut mine out!!
@Sugars.M4 жыл бұрын
BUT WHERED YOU GET THE REPLACEMENT CROSSBAR THING PPLEASE GOD HELP
@jaspaulsandhu31964 жыл бұрын
You can get a replacement drain from your local hardware store. Some of them will come with a washer. Others will need plumber's putty
@michaelcannon48303 жыл бұрын
Amazon? Replacement bath tub drain?
@chriss4365 Жыл бұрын
Is there a tool to remove a broken T?
@yuval2609904 жыл бұрын
reciprocating saw is way too powerful for that. I wish I know to do it softly like you
@jmackinjersey14 жыл бұрын
Why not just go get the proper tool that is designed specifically for this drain removal, even with the broken cross. You took way too long and used too much energy, plus take a chance of ruining the threads, and you cut the tub, which can actually leak now. The tool I am referring to is basically a large screw extractor with a 1/2 inch drive for your breaker bar or long ratchet and 3 inch extension.
@joshdean36773 жыл бұрын
Jeremiah - I have tried the tool you are referring to and also have tried the wrench style tool. Some drains just won't budge. In addition I have tried WD-40, heat gun, 38' breaker bar added to the end of my 12' crescent wrench and the drain wont budge. This video is to show an alternative method to those options.
@jimbojames93702 жыл бұрын
I tried 2 different drain keys after the crossbars broke with the standard tool and both slipped. I ended up using the advice in this video and cutting it carefully with a hacksaw blade. Sometimes even the proper tools fail. This video should be taken as a last resort, but it's a great option when all else fails!
@Cherrycola142 жыл бұрын
Yeah I spent 30 on both of those tools and it's still stuck. They're pretty useless.
@franka83189 ай бұрын
I think the tool you're talking about works for 1-1/2" drains. This could be the only method that works on REALLY stubborn 1-3/8" drains
@HungNguyen-tk6vb4 жыл бұрын
My drain does not have t or anything it curves like it's a whole pipe
@daled45494 жыл бұрын
What did you cut with
@NetrunnerK4 жыл бұрын
i wish you show how to cut the drain
@p1657112 жыл бұрын
Or alternatively buy the $10 tool which is built for the job and do not wreck the tub.
@knockout886 жыл бұрын
Ughhhh this is the only video that’s helped but I still can’t get the center piece! It’s almost like it’s glued to the drain!!!! Help!!!!
@knockout886 жыл бұрын
Sam that would be great! Email sent!
@jodadu19942 жыл бұрын
How did you get it out?
@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY10 ай бұрын
You cut the f out of the tub??
@sabakelelah Жыл бұрын
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@FastEddy52 жыл бұрын
No hell no, wrong. This is not what you need to do.
@alberts19854 жыл бұрын
These are awful but sometimes you have to do it this way
@michaelkoch34996 жыл бұрын
I think I'm going to have to resort to this method. Im a maintenance supervisor and the idiot that worked before me actually used silicone to waterproof the drain I'm working on. I actually broke the damn drain key I was using. Silicone of all things...
@ametitz2 жыл бұрын
Same issue here man fuck the last homeowner for doing this cause even this method is not working for me